Mortons Neuroma

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What is Mortons Neuroma

Named after an American surgeon, Thomas George Morton, Mortons Neuroma is a lump that forms in the nerve on the underside of your feet. It usually occurs in the skin between your third and fourth toes. A Mortons Neuroma is a hard benign lump and people say that it can feel like you are walking on a sharp stone. It is thought that a Mortons Neuroma starts life as an enlarged nerve could be caused by wearing high heels, tight fitting shoes or from having Flat Feet. You may experience sharp stabbing pain in the ball of your foot which can only be alleviated if you remove your shoe and message the effected area. Often your feet will not look any different however occasionally you may notice a small amount of swelling.

What to look for in a shoe if you have Mortons Neuroma

If you have been diagnosed with Mortons Neuroma then it is likely that you have already had some sound advice from your doctor or Podiatrist as to what type of shoes are appropriate for your condition. It goes without saying that you should avoid tight fitting and high heel shoes. You may wear an orthotic insert to help alleviate your pain in the ball of your foot and allow the nerve to heel itself. You will need to account for this when looking for a healthy and comfortable pair of shoes.

The check list below has been developed to help you find a pair of shoes that you are happy with and are also healthy for your feet. Depending on the style of shoe you want, you may focus on all or most of them.

• Know your shoe size, sounds like common sense but when was the last time you had yours measured?
• Make sure that the shoes you are buying will be wide enough for your feet, If you generally have problems finding shoes that are wide enough then it may be worth getting them measured in person at a reputable shoe shop.
• Make sure that there is enough room in the shoe any insole or orthotic insert you wear. Look for a shoe with a removable insert or one that is deep enough to accommodate yours
• Whether you are working on your feet all day, hiking or taking part in sport, make sure your footwear is appropriate to that activity
• Think about the material that your shoe is made of, avoid synthetic and hard materials and opt for a natural soft leather or alternative that will allow your feet to breath naturally