Morton’s Neuroma was first described in 1876 by, you
guessed it, Dr. Morton, from Vienna.
Morton’s Neuroma is an extremely painful condition
typically described as a burning, tingling pain of
the forefoot and toes. The pain is usually found
between the 3rd and 4th toes
and is caused by the bones at the ball of the foot
irritating the nerve that runs between the toes. It
is more common in women and is made worse but
cramming the toes into shoes that are too narrow.
Excessive pronation of the foot also worsens the
condition.
Occasionally this condition requires surgery but
custom orthotics to prevent excessive pronation and
proper fitting shoes will help reduce the pain and
inflammation.
