The many nerves in your feet are an essential part of moving through ever-changing physical environments. Nerves in your feet let you know about the terrain you’re crossing, the texture of the ground, and hot or cold temperatures, so you have the information you need to choose your next step.
But nerve problems in your feet can also result in nearly crippling pain.
If you have a nerve problem in your feet, it could be a neuroma. This condition, sometimes medically known as Morton's neuroma, is very treatable, especially in the early stages.
If you suspect you could have a neuroma, see expert podiatrist Dr. Stephen G. Eichelsdorfer, aka “Dr. Ike,” at Town Center Foot & Ankle. He treats new and existing patients living in and around Kingwood, Texas.
A neuroma occurs when the nerve that connects your front foot with your toes experiences compression due to tissue thickening. The tissue thickening itself isn’t a cause for medical concern, but the pressure on the nerve produces problematic symptoms.
Intense, burning foot pain is a common neuroma symptom. For many, the pain of the neuroma radiates out through the toes. The severe foot pain that results from a neuroma requires professional treatment for effective relief. Don’t delay reaching out to Dr. Ike for evaluation.
For some people, neuromas produce a specific type of pain symptom. It can feel like you’re stepping on an uncomfortably hot pebble or marble. When you look down, there’s nothing there, but the symptom persists, making walking normally a challenge.
Nerve compression can produce numbness and tingling, in addition to pain. A neuroma could leave you experiencing pins-and-needles sensations in your toes.
If you notice any of these symptoms lasting for more than a day or so, it’s time to reach out to Dr. Ike at Town Center Foot & Ankle for expert diagnosis and treatment.
Dr. Ike reviews your symptoms and medical history, and examines your feet to learn more about your condition. You may need X-ray or ultrasound imaging. When Dr. Ike diagnoses you with a neuroma, he walks you through your treatment options and what you should do in order to relieve your symptoms.
You may benefit from cortisone injections for pain and inflammation relief, or bracing or splinting to redistribute pressure in your forefoot. We also offer shockwave therapy, a non-invasive treatment that uses sound waves to improve healing and blood flow.
Dr. Ike may also recommend changes to your shoes or custom orthotics to better help you recover from the neuroma. Most neuromas in the early stages can be treated without surgery.
If you think you might be affected by a Morton's neuroma, contact Dr. Eichelsdorfer and our team at Town Center Foot & Ankle today. Call now, or use the online tool to request your consultation.
