Topical Treatment for Neuroma
A neuroma is a benign nerve tissue growth. Morton's neuroma is a common and painful form of neuroma that strikes a nerve in a patient's foot between the third toe and the fourth toe.
Morton's Neuroma
According to the Mayo Clinic, individuals with Morton's neuroma may experience a burning sharp pain in the ball of the foot and they may develop burning, stinging and numbness in the toes.
Ice Massage
People with Morton's neuroma may use an ice massage as a topical treatment. Patients can freeze a plastic or paper cup of water and roll it across the painful areas of the foot three times per day.
Shoes
Morton's neuroma sufferers may experience pain relief if they wear shoes with extra depth and a broader toe box. Patients may also wear arch supports in their shoes and cover a neuroma with a special pad to reduce stress on an affected nerve.
Other Treatments
Doctors may inject corticosteroids into a neuroma to relieve pain and swelling. Physicians may need to surgically remove a neuroma growth if other treatments are not effective.
Causes
Morton's neuroma usually develops in response to nerve injuries or pressure or irritation on a nerve. People with high-heeled or tight-fitting shoes, joggers and individuals with a history of abnormal foot movements have an increased risk of developing Morton's neuroma.
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