Morton's neuroma

Abstract

Morton neuroma is a perineural fibrosis and nerve degeneration of the common digital nerve occurring most frequently between the 3rd and 4th metatarsal heads. Morton's neuroma induces violent and sporadic pain. The entrapped and damaged nerve causes aching and burning of the forefoot. Women are more affected than men. The symptoms of Morton's disease are aggravated by wearing shoes that are too tight or narrow in the forefoot. When conservative treatments are unsuccessful (orthoses, injections), surgery may be considered