Neuroma: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options at Restore Podiatry
What is Neuroma?
A neuroma is commonly known as a “pinched nerve” or “nerve tumor.” It is a painful condition where the nerve tissue thickens, usually between the toes. The most common type of neuroma is Morton’s Neuroma. It typically affects the area between the third and fourth toes.
Neuromas can be debilitating, causing pain, discomfort, and difficulty walking.
Symptoms of Neuroma
Patients have often complained of sharp burning pain in the feet. There can be numbness or tingling in the affected toes as well.
Many have complained about the feeling of a lump or the sensation of standing on a pebble while walking. The pain often increases with tight shows or after a weight-bearing activity.
Causes of Neuroma
Foot Structure
Individuals with high arches, flat feet, or other structural issues can lead to increased pressure on the forefoot. This can cause nerve irritation.
Choice of Footwear
Tight or high-heeled shoes can squeeze the toes. The increased pressure due to this can affect the nerves between the toes.
Repetitive Stress
Some activities put excessive pressure on the ball of the foot. Running or certain sports that involve high impact can hurt nerves.
Trauma
An injury to the foot or repeated trauma can damage nerves. This can lead to swelling and thickening of nerves.
Treatment Options for Heel Pain at Restore
High Power Laser Therapy
This therapy uses targeted laser energy to reduce inflammation and pain around the affected nerve. It stimulates natural healing through increased blood flow and relieves neuroma symptoms in patients.
Read more about High Power Laser Therapy here.
Deep Tissue Laser Therapy
Deep Tissue Laser Therapy penetrates deep into tissues to reduce pain. This therapy improves circulation and promotes cellular repair and regeneration.
With this therapy, we can help decrease nerve sensitivity and inflammation in the neuroma area. Patients can have quick relief from pain.
Read more about Deep Tissue Laser Therapy here.
Radial Shockwave Therapy
This non-invasive treatment uses high-energy sound waves to stimulate blood flow and promote nerve healing. It effectively reduces pain and discomfort from neuromas.
Read more about Radial Shockwave Therapy here.
Focused Shockwave Therapy
Focused Shockwave Therapy delivers precise energy to the affected area. It is ideal for treating localized pain associated with neuromas.
This non-invasive therapy helps break down scar tissue. It reduces swelling and encourages the body’s natural healing process.
Read more about Focused Shockwave Therapy here.
Custom Orthotics
Custom orthotics redistribute pressure across the foot. It helps reduce the pressure on the affected nerve and improves foot alignment.
It is very effective in reducing neuroma-related pain.
Read more about Custom Orthotics here.
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