Gilbert and Chandler Podiatrists Help Patients Find Relief From Morton's Neuroma Pain

That burning sensation between your toes started as a minor annoyance, but now it feels like you're constantly walking on tiny stones. The pain shoots through your forefoot, making even basic activities like walking the dog or grocery shopping feel like an overwhelming challenge. If this sounds familiar, you may be dealing with a Morton's neuroma.

At Marvel Foot & Ankle Centers, our team of skilled foot specialists helps patients throughout the East Valley with Morton's neuroma treatment through comprehensive diagnostic services and personalized treatment plans designed to get you back to enjoying an active lifestyle.

Understanding Morton's Neuroma

A Morton's neuroma is a thickening of the tissue around one of the nerves leading to your toes. This condition most commonly develops between the third and fourth toes, creating pain that ranges from mild discomfort to severe burning sensations.

The condition typically develops gradually, starting with occasional pain that becomes more frequent and intense over time. Women are significantly more likely to develop Morton's neuroma, particularly those who regularly wear high heels or tight shoes that squeeze the toes together. The pressure from these shoes can cause nerves to become irritated and enlarged.

Common Signs and Symptoms

The symptoms of Morton's neuroma often develop gradually and may come and go depending on your activities and choice of footwear. Many of our patients experience:

• Sharp, burning pain in the ball of the foot that may radiate into the toes.
• Tingling or numbness in the toes.
• A sensation of walking on a pebble or having a fold in your sock.
• Pain that worsens when wearing tight shoes or high heels.
• Discomfort that improves when removing shoes and massaging the foot.

Advanced Treatment Options for Morton's Neuroma at Marvel Foot & Ankle Centers

Don't let foot pain hold you back from the activities you love. Our foot specialists will work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan that may include:

• Custom orthotics to redistribute pressure away from the affected area. These specially designed medical devices provide targeted support and cushioning, helping to take pressure off the nerve while allowing you to maintain your active lifestyle.
• Regenerative medicine treatments such as PRP therapy and Leneva injections to promote natural healing. These innovative therapies harness your body's own healing mechanisms to reduce inflammation and repair damaged tissue around the affected nerve.
• Radial Pulse Wave Therapy to reduce pain and inflammation. This non-invasive treatment uses ballistic sound waves to stimulate blood flow and healing in the affected area, often providing significant relief after just a few sessions.
• We might also recommend minimally invasive procedures for severe cases. When conservative treatments don't provide adequate relief, we can perform targeted procedures that require only tiny incisions and offer faster recovery times than traditional surgery.

Additionally, our team will help you identify and eliminate factors that may be contributing to your neuroma pain, including guidance on proper shoe selection and activity modifications to prevent future problems.