Title: Neuromas | Foot Health | Patients | APMA
Headings: What is a Neuroma?
What is a Neuroma?
Causes
Symptoms
Home Treatment
When to Visit a Podiatrist
Diagnosis and Treatment
Prevention
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Bunions
Hammer Toes
Bunion Blues and Shoes

Content: These foot types bring on instability around the toe joints, leading to the development of the condition. Trauma can cause damage to the nerve, resulting in inflammation or swelling of the nerve. Improper footwear that causes the toes to be squeezed together is problematic. Avoid high-heeled shoes higher than two inches. Shoes at this height can increase pressure on the forefoot area. Repeated stress, common to many occupations, can create or aggravate a neuroma. Symptoms
The symptoms of a neuroma include the following: Pain in the forefoot and between the toes
Tingling and numbness in the ball of the foot
Swelling between the toes
Pain in the ball of the foot when weight is placed on it
Home Treatment
What can you do for relief? Wear shoes with plenty of room for the toes to move, low heels, and laces or buckles that allow for width adjustment. Wear shoes with thick, shock-absorbent soles, as well as proper insoles that are designed to keep excessive pressure off of the foot.