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Neuroma Specialist

Podiatrists & Foot & Ankle Surgery in Mill Creek, WA

Neuroma services offered in Mill Creek, WA

Neuromas can be caused by tight shoes or high heels. If you have a neuroma, experienced podiatrists Nathan Hansen, DPM and Simrit Kaur, DPM of Hansen Foot & Ankle in Mill Creek, Washington, can help. Our podiatrists offer nonsurgical solutions for neuroma pain and outpatient surgery for neuromas resistant to conservative management. Call Hansen Foot & Ankle today or book an appointment online to find relief from your neuroma.

Neuroma Q & A

What is a neuroma?

A neuroma is a benign thickening of nerve tissue, which can be caused by compression or irritation of the nerve.

What is the cause of a neuroma?

Compression of the nerve based on foot type, injury, or use of tight shoes with a narrow toe-box or high heels can cause increased inflammation and enlargement of the nerve. People with high arches, flat feet, bunions, or hammertoes can be predisposed to developing a neuroma.

What are the symptoms of a neuroma?

Burning/pain in the ball of the foot that can radiate into toes. Tingling, burning, or numbness of the toes. Feeling like there is a pebble inside the shoe or like there is a sock bunched up.

How is a neuroma treated?

Offloading with metatarsal pads, ice to help with swelling, orthotics to help distribute pressure around the nerve, shoe modifications, steroid injections, and over the counter NSAIDs (non-steroid anti-inflammatories such as Ibuprofen or Naproxen). In severe cases, surgery may be necessary to decompress or remove the nerve.