With the amount of wear and tear you likely put on your feet in the course of a day or week, it’s common to develop issues related to the nerves and tissues over time. One such foot condition is called Morton's neuroma. This and similar foot problems can be treated by Dr. Hofmeister and Dr. Hodulik at Prairie Rock Foot and Ankle Clinic in Manteno, IL.

Neuroma Description and Symptoms

A neuroma is a build-up of tissue around the nerves in the foot, particularly at the bottom of the foot close to the toes. Over time, a neuroma may feel like you have a small rock in your shoe all of the time that you can’t shake loose, except it is not a foreign object. It is a benign condition that is normally non-cancerous, yet it can cause an undue amount of pain, a burning sensation, and stress on the feet if it isn’t treated.

Diagnosing a Foot Neuroma

A neuroma on the foot can be diagnosed relatively easily with a visual and physical examination, but it will likely be confirmed by your Manteno, IL, podiatrist with an imaging scan. It’s important to give your foot doctor complete details about how long you’ve been experiencing the symptoms and what you believe may be contributing to the condition (such as work, exercise or wearing certain types of shoes).

How Your Podiatrist Can Treat a Neuroma

To successfully treat a neuroma, you must make modifications to your foot routine and follow strict orders from your podiatrist. Common treatments will include:

• Anti-inflammatory medications to stop any swelling.
• Corticosteroid injections to ease pain around the site of the neuroma.
• Customized arch supports or inserts.
• Prescription shoes will give you more room in your shoes when walking or working.
• Surgery to remove the excess tissue in advanced cases.

Get Help for Your Feet

A foot neuroma is not only a painful condition, it can also lead to mobility problems and foot deformities. Seek professional treatment for a neuroma by calling (815) 468-7117 to talk to Dr. Hofmeister or Dr. Hodulik at Prairie Rock Foot and Ankle Clinic in Manteno, IL.