Neuroma
About the Condition
Morton’s neuroma or sometimes called “Morton’s metatarsalgia” refers to a condition in which one of the nerves in the forefoot becomes damaged and thickened. As a result the nerve does not function normally leading to the characteristic symptoms of pain.
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Causes of Neuroma
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The most likely cause of Morton’s neuroma is repetitive minor trauma leading to direct nerve injury. This may be related to altered foot mechanics and / or increased pressures due to occupational or recreational activities.
Neuromas may develop in any of the metatarsal interspaces but the space between 3rd and 4th metatarsals is most commonly affected followed by 2nd and 3rd.
Making the Diagnosis
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Symptoms of Morton's type neuroma can vary but there are some common features which point toward the diagnosis. Your consultant will need to exclude other causes of forefoot pain which can be easily confused with this condition.
Having taken a careful history and conducted an examination it is sometimes necessary to obtain an ultrasound or MRI of the foot.
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001 Making an appointment (2010_M3)
002 C.V. (2010_M3)
002 Preoperative Information for Patients
008 About Neuromas (2010_M3)
016 Neuroma injection
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