A neuroma is a benign tumor of
a nerve. It can affect any nerve in the body. It is sometimes refereed
to as a pinched nerve. The most common in the foot is Morton's
neuroma.
Morton's
neuroma is not actually a tumor - it is really a thickening
of the tissue surrounding nerve leading to the toes. The swelling
of the nerve is often the cause of symptoms.
ePodiatry is purely a source
of information about the neuroma and foot neuromas and should
at no time be considered as replacing the expertise of a health
professional. We recommend seeking professional advice for all
foot neuromas and all foot problems before embarking on any form
of self treatment or management of cold feet. Neither the content
or any other service provided through ePodiatry is intended to
be relied on for medical diagnosis or treatment. Do not delay
in seeking health professional advice because of something seen
on ePodiatry about a neuroma or any other foot problem.