Morton’s neuroma occurs when the nerve that runs between your metatarsal bones is compressed. Your nerve becomes inflamed and painful as a result of this pressure. Tight shoes cause the bones to press even closer together, putting more pressure on the nerve. It causes further inflammation and pain to develop.
My advice to patients with Morton’s neuroma in my Houston podiatry office is to switch to shoes with a wider toe box to relieve the excess pressing on their nerves. You’ll be surprised at how successful this simple suggestion is at relieving pain.
Contact Houston podiatrist Dr. Ejodamen Shobowale for evaluation if you are unable to wear your favorite shoes due to pain. Bring those cute shoes with you…you will probably be back in them sooner than you think!
