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Foot pain can be quite debilitating!

From the lens Morton's Neuroma : A Pain in the Foot.

Have you ever experienced foot pain? Ever had foot surgery? Can you wear high heels without experiencing foot pain? Drop me a line ... as I'd love to hear from you!

  • webkangaroo May 27, 2012 @ 11:05 pm | delete
    Great lens, thanks! My wife had these.
  • Christine May 3, 2012 @ 7:08 pm | delete
    By 5/8 I will be 2 months since neuroma surgery. My 2nd toe still gives me the most symptoms still which, I think, is because my big toe pushes against it (because of bunion). I had a plantar fasciitis 14 months until it finally subsided a couple months after a painful cortisone shot. As far as the neuroma surgery, I think I traded one set of symptoms for another.
  • thewayeyeseeit May 3, 2012 @ 6:36 pm | delete
    I do have Morton's toe, but so far so good with that. I have just dealt with plantar fasciitis, though. I used the Pinnacle PowerStep inserts you recommend here, as well as some really good shoes. I am also using the Orthaheel sandals for men. They are fantastic.
  • Annamadagan May 3, 2012 @ 3:33 pm | delete
    Thanks for sharing!
  • Ladymermaid May 3, 2012 @ 11:35 am | delete
    I used to love heels but now that I have arthritis that would be like putting me up on 10 foot stilts...too dangerous. I am so very glad to hear that your surgery went well and you are back in heels though. Love how you managed to get pictures of the foot surgery recovery.
  • AgingIntoDisability Apr 20, 2012 @ 9:58 pm | delete
    Hadn't heard of this condition before so thanks for educating me.
  • virtualboy Apr 18, 2012 @ 12:14 pm | delete
    very seldom
  • Christine Apr 15, 2012 @ 11:22 am | delete
    One month post-op now, doc put me on a Medro-Dospak (prednisone) 5 days ago due to lack of progress with swelling and discomfort. Foot looked like it belonged to a duck. Prednisone did help but I still cannot tolerate sneakers 5 weeks post-op.
  • glmarcum Apr 14, 2012 @ 8:57 pm | delete
    Foot ailments are the worst! We take our foot health for granted until we can't walk...
  • MiaBellezza Apr 13, 2012 @ 12:01 pm | delete
    We don't realize how important our feet are until something happens. I have to wear orthotics for the last few years ~ important for shopping and walking! About 5 months ago I was walking around in socks and picked up a shard of broken glass - it got missed somehow in the clean up. Well when I pulled it out between my big toe and the next it was over 1/2 deep, but a shard stayed in and eventually I was able to pull it out and it is just now healing. That alone impeded walking for 5 months.
  • Christine Apr 8, 2012 @ 12:28 pm | delete
    I'm back. Now one month since surgery (between 2nd-3rd toes). Stitches out 2 wks ago, & I can't say there has been much improvement. Feel like I'm at a standstill; still keep changing shoes trying to find comfort; unable to shop long, some toe sweling and "bunch" feeling on bottom of foot. Barefoot on hard floors must walk on side of foot. I'm still like I was PRE-OP. Sigh!
  • poutine Mar 27, 2012 @ 1:01 pm | delete
    lots of good info here.
  • MareeT Mar 26, 2012 @ 8:36 pm | delete
    Great lens full of information for those suffering with foot pain! Angel Blessed!
  • Christine Mar 26, 2012 @ 12:26 pm | delete
    Stitches are out! 18 days post-op now, still with shocks of toe pain sometimes but in my loosened sneakers now; small sensation area on bottom of foot like a 2nd-degree burn when I walk. Doc says the usual "it's still early". Take another look in 2 wks.
  • sheila shepard Mar 21, 2012 @ 7:43 pm | delete
    how much was the suregery?
  • Christine Mar 22, 2012 @ 7:33 am | delete
    I actually don't know how much the surgery was as I have not gotten the billing statement. My insurances will pay it anyway. This morning I was able to put my entire foot down flat instead of walking on the outer side or heel. A step in the right direction! But the severe shocks in the toes last night were jolting me right out of the chair.
  • JaguarJulie Mar 22, 2012 @ 10:21 am | delete
    I never saw all the bills to my insurance company, but suspect it was billed out about $8,000-$10,000. My out of pockets charges were nominal, surely way under $1,000.
  • Christine Mar 20, 2012 @ 7:50 pm | delete
    Miserable! Had the surgery and am now 12 days post op. Neuroma was between 2nd & 3rd toes on right foot. Pain has been very bad and I have bad burning & pain in those two toes. Even the skin feels like 2nd degree burns to even light touch. Please tell me this is going to get better. I am 61.
  • JaguarJulie Mar 20, 2012 @ 7:57 pm | delete
    Christene, yes it will get better. It's tough when you have foot surgery like this ... especially trying to get around and putting weight on your foot.
  • Christine Mar 21, 2012 @ 5:59 pm | delete
    I wish now that I had had a wheelchair post-op. It was extremely hard hoisting myself around with a walker. I do pray this will get better. Two weeks now and still a lot of nerve pain in the toes; twice in a row like a firecracker exploded in my toes. Unreal!
  • JaguarJulie Mar 21, 2012 @ 6:16 pm | delete
    Christine, listen to all the advice your doctor gives you! Plenty of rest, ice, elevation, etc. Your feet are important. I had a Morton's Neuroma, and two separate bunionectomies ... so my feet have been a battleground. Those nerves can get all riled up!! Rest.
  • tvyps Mar 15, 2012 @ 3:21 pm | delete
    I think this term goes back to the 50's and originated with the Honeymooners...it was originally called "Norton's Neuroma" and coined by Ralph Kramden. Ha! Blessed.
  • nightcats Mar 15, 2012 @ 12:46 pm | delete
    I have never heard of this condition, but it sounds dreadful. I have had some foot pain in the past but it has disappeared following some alternative health care practices.
  • crosscreations Mar 13, 2012 @ 11:30 am | delete
    This is so wild, I'd never heard of Morton's neuroma however I do know a guy whose feet look a LOT like these photos and guess what? His last name? Morton! I swear! He's a big old grumpy dude who refuses to go to the doc :-( I did research a bit and helped him try some things, seemed that much better shoes helped him the most, also read somewhere that of all things, Vicks Vapo Rub helps heal the rash. It actually did seem to help but the big old grumpy dude refused to do it daily, not a very good patient. Haven't seen Mr. Morton in awhile, will have to ask how his feet are doing...no way in hell he'd have this surgery. What a bummer that you've had to go through all this crap! Sending good vibes for normal feet to you.
  • LadyEnglish Mar 11, 2012 @ 12:32 pm | delete
    Great advice, Julie. Sorry to hear you've had such terrible foot problems. I've added this to my All About Shoes and Feet lens.
  • Ruth Mar 6, 2012 @ 7:21 am | delete
    Hi there, Im now three weeks post surgery for 2 morton neuromas both in one foot..and I am somewhat alarmed!! The wound looks great - just like your pictures- just different nail polish - but although Im told I should be able to FULLY weight bear now - I have all sorts of permea tinglesmild electric shock sensataions - and when i try to walk its pretty uncomfortable at best and painful at worst..any reassurance orsuggestions for me - really wishing I hadnt had the op at this point in time!!
  • miaponzo Mar 5, 2012 @ 2:32 pm | delete
    You know.. I have had this problem for probably almost 20 years, if not more.. I have still not got up the nerve to do the surgery, and I can get it done for free :)... Blessed!
  • RenaissanceWoman2010 Mar 5, 2012 @ 10:23 am | delete
    Glad you now have better quality of life after your medical care. Hard to enjoy yourself when pain takes over and ruins even simple daily activities. Fortunately, I've never had a Morton's neuroma. My foot pain has always been heel related. Hoping you are now experiencing relief and release from pain.
  • weddingchecklist Mar 1, 2012 @ 12:39 am | delete
    This must have been so painful. I haven't had foot surgery. Glad it is over for you.
  • mrkensworld Feb 8, 2012 @ 10:26 am | delete
    Hi Julie, Another great lens! You have a real talent. I wonder if reducing the inflammation would help, it would be a thought.. You can learn more about this on my lens about Nopal Cactus Juice
    Thanks for ALL the great lenses and lets catch up soon...
  • greenlungsofpoland Feb 8, 2012 @ 1:53 am | delete
    Great insight lens feet are so complex - glad you shared your experience with us and are feeling better
  • Howard Gold Feb 7, 2012 @ 8:30 am | delete
    I have 3 huge callouses across the ball of my foot. They have become extremely painful. My podiatrist shave the callouses every 6 weeks but I get no relief. Is it possible I have a corn under the callouses. I am 79 years old and still running 15 miles a week.
  • Richard3331 Jan 28, 2012 @ 1:16 pm | delete
    glad you're better
  • Daura Jan 21, 2012 @ 9:20 am | delete
    This is such a helpful site that I stumbled upon as I have been researching surgery for my neuroma. The doctor says on a scale of 1-10 mine is a 10. As an active person and a runner the thought of surgery and then recovery is scary. I have switched to all flat, wider, comfortable shoes like Merrill and keen which has helped a bit but the neuroma is still there. The doctor suggested cortisone shots just to see if it would make a difference but I haven't done that yet. I haven't gone for an MRI. My doctor seems convinced by feeling my foot that it is a neuroma. How long did it take for you to feel 100%?
  • Nancy C. Feb 15, 2012 @ 10:31 am | delete
    Dont know if you"ve had surgery yet. Mine was 3 years ago. Would not to it again. The pain never really subsided and I am sure it has grown back. Even though I used to be quite active - walked during golf; aerobics, running, etc., now I can only walk for about 45 minutes at a time.
  • kathysart Jan 19, 2012 @ 12:34 pm | delete
    Ohhh my goodness you covered this subject to the hilt! I am not surprised one bit though because all of your lenses are like that. This is just fantastic for anyone w/this problem, it is all here! Wow oh wow. Blessed for sure!
  • Richard3331 Jan 28, 2012 @ 1:18 pm | delete
    did I say I'm glad you're better
  • Kim Jan 17, 2012 @ 3:13 pm | delete
    I feel your pain, have suffered with this condition for a few years now, it's extremely painful and I bought myself some nice ankle wellies and then had to send them back because they caused me so much pain, my credit card company was happy but I wasn't!
  • Kerrymay Jan 4, 2012 @ 3:45 pm | delete
    What brilliant site, very informative and funny. I was diagnosed yesterday (altough I knew what it was from research). You talk about a pain in the a*** as well, weirdly.... yes been there had that too with a perianal abscess (ouch).....5 ops for that. Have to await my MRI now to see how big the neuroma is.

    I got so bad in the Summer at a festival wearing wellies, that I had two heel cushion supports taped to my ball of the foot and two cushioned insoles all on one foot. What I didn't realise at the time was that this just created more pressure for the neuroma at the top of the foot where it touched the roof of the wellies (at this point I did not know what the blooming pain was.

    So thats my story, just a waiting game now till I get the results. If it is small cortisone it is, if it is large then more surgey (fingers crossed that it is small), altough I very much doubt it.
  • Jill Fisher Dec 17, 2011 @ 2:37 am | delete
    My Chiropodist diagnosed Morthon's Neuroma. I checked various sites on the internet and concurred.

    We then worked together. I made an effort to walk with my ankles pulled outward, placing the main/first weight on the outer edges of my feet and improving my arches. Supports would have helped, but I would have lost muscles tone, one can't use crutches as a permanent solution when muscles can be trained.

    I stopped wearing socks and stockings altogether, giving my toes more freedom. They loved that! I now rarely wear socks or stockings.

    I wore nearly flat boat/moccasin style shoes for a solid six months. Since then I have worn only boat/moccasin styles or clogs apart from the odd day, business or leisure.

    I have no pain now. If I wear heels/stockings for several consecutive days I get a 'warning' and I'm back to barefoot in flats immediately, I don't do pain very well!
  • mariajomith Dec 7, 2011 @ 2:37 pm | delete
    i have very similar pain due to my ms and have had to rip off my shoes in the darndest places.
  • Merstarr Nov 26, 2011 @ 2:27 pm | delete
    I had what my doctor warned was developing into Morton's Neuroma and had to switch to wider shoes...I guess I cut it off at the pass because it's been better ever since. THANK GOODNESS!!! Best of luck :)
  • Terri Nov 20, 2011 @ 8:33 pm | delete
    I've been diagnosed with 2 Mortons neuromas at 2/3 and 3/4. I just had steroids injected last week without any relief yet. Apparnently I have a lot of swelling around my joints. This pain is keeping me from work and excercise. The orthotics I am using don't make any difference. My pain is across the top of my foot, nothing on the bottom, no numbness and no feeling of having something bunched up or walking over a cord. Ibuprofen also does virtually nothing. Any ideas?
  • rmberg Nov 21, 2011 @ 8:01 am | delete
    Get a second opinion.
    All you describe are very atypical for Morton's Neuroma.
    I would first suspect that the diagnosis is not correct.
  • laurie Dec 6, 2011 @ 12:49 am | delete
    I have been taking glucosomine chondroitin and it took the pain away completely.. It takes about 3 months, 2 pills aday to start feeling some relief but at 5 to 6 months the pain is totally gone. You have to keep taking the pills or the pain will come back after awhile, that happened to me , so this is my 2nd go round and I will be taking the pills for the rest of my life because I don't want to experience that kind of pain again. Please give it a try, it's not costly and it does work.
  • ShirleySunshine Nov 8, 2011 @ 1:14 pm | delete
    What a fantastic Lens, so helpful for anyone with this problem, I'm going to add a link to
    the health Lens I'm working on. The photos are great, thank you for sharing!
  • Pain_Man Sep 27, 2011 @ 7:25 pm | delete
    The thing that I really admire about this & your other lenses is the way you present experiences in a story-like manner. Really makes your topics even more interesting! Also, since I work in the medical field, your lenses help me to better understand things from a patient's perspective! Bravo! Here's to an exceptionally gifted lensmaster!
  • hlkljgk Sep 15, 2011 @ 7:16 pm | delete
    glad you're foot is feeling better. thanks for the info.
  • Ep Sep 1, 2011 @ 10:23 pm | delete
    I had surgery May this year it is now 4 months still have some pain in ball and middle toe a little sore. I did have a painful foot for the month of august but when to a podiatrist a week ago he said that pain was normal but because I was walking on foot funny I not sure what the are called by both sides of foot painful he taped it said take tape off in a week and that pain would be sure enough it is now for the other pain to be gone and will be happy
  • jc91583 Aug 21, 2011 @ 10:30 pm | delete
    It's amazing how much information there is in just one lens. Thanks so much for all the great information.
  • thrivingmom Aug 19, 2011 @ 3:49 pm | delete
    What an informative lens! I'm so glad you were able to fix your foot. Have you tried Vibram FiveFinger shoes by chance? I love mine, I bet they'd really help you. They have quite a few models to choose from now on their official website. My husband and I each have a pair and have noticed a big improvement in all our foot and hip problems.
  • LaraineRose Jul 22, 2011 @ 5:23 am | delete
    Althought I never had MN, I did have a bone spur on the bottom of my right heel. It was the result of running on a treadmill for too long and too often. A sports therapist taped my foot up after an x-ray showed what was the problem. It hurt something awful and took a long time to heal. I love wearing fashionable high heels and do every chance I get. So, I hope that never happens again.
    I hope that you never get MN in your other foot.
  • LaraineRose Jul 22, 2011 @ 5:13 am | delete
    I've not had MN but after spending a particularly long time on a tredmill at a gym one day the bottom of my right foot ached something awful. I went to a sports therapist and she wrapped it and I had to stay off of it for a long time. It was a bone spur. I haven't had one since and hope I never experience that again. I do love shoes so I wear fashionable heels as much as possible.
    I hope that your other foot doesn't act up. It is a pain. :)
  • SteveMartaindale Jul 9, 2011 @ 8:34 pm | delete
    I've had three flareups the past 2.5 years, most recently a year ago, of what we believe is plain old gout. I'd start trying to walk through it, then altered my gait to compensate, which caused other muscle pains ... and the foot pain worsened anyway. A year ago, I went on medication and I've made a more concerted effort to make sure my liquid intake is sufficient. So far, so good, but you're right, foot pain makes it difficult to do anything. Best of luck.
  • May 27, 2011 @ 3:41 am | delete
    Thanks a lot for sharing this very useful lens and I will be waiting for other great news from you in the nearest future..
  • Michael Jones May 26, 2011 @ 5:01 pm | delete
    I'm an active runner and was diagnosed with MN of the right foot after presenting with pain and bruising between the 2nd and 3rd toe. The doc injected cortisone and the symptoms disappeared for a month or so. I discovered that it was highly unlikely I had MN because of the location. I do, however, have Morton's foot, as do you, JJ, in your right, but not your left foot. Notice the 2nd toe is longer than the big toe?
    When the symptoms returned, I visited a new podiatrist who suggested I needed orthotics. New orthotics created knee pain, but no foot relief. The third podiatrist suggested surgery from the bottom of the foot to remove an extra bone found in an X-ray, which frightened the heck out of me. What if he made a mistake? Would I be able to run again? A visit to a 4th podiatrist included the X-rays of BOTH feet, something others had not done. Turns out, I have a so-called extra bone in both feet but only pain in one foot. So, no MN diagnosis nor was surgery recommended. Instead, he wrapped my foot tightly in a particular conformation with adhesive tape and I was told to not run for 4 weeks. If the pain and bruising returned in the same location once I began running again, then he said he would recommend surgery. Guess what, the symptoms never returned and it has been over 12 years.
    Bottom line: get second, and even third, opinions before going ahead with any surgery.
  • John E. May 10, 2011 @ 7:56 am | delete
    Had M-N surgery 18 months ago and it is still sore at times. I do not regret having the surgery but the recovery time is MUCH longer than I was told.
  • darkk93 May 3, 2011 @ 3:07 am | delete
    How did you get Morton's Neuroma? What's the symptoms?
  • OrganicMom247 May 2, 2011 @ 6:55 pm | delete
    The Morton's Neuroma is so little but it looks very painful. Thanks for this lens, it helps your reader to be knowledgeable with this kind of foot pain.
  • Lisa-Marie-Mary Apr 18, 2011 @ 10:00 am | delete
    I broke my toe and a bone along the bottom of my foot on Oct. 28, 2009 and it is still hurting me all this time later. I totally understand foot pain. Really great lens! Glad you finally got your surgery!
  • ltraider Apr 17, 2011 @ 12:54 pm | delete
    I had never heard of this. Sounds painful!
  • Larbin Apr 3, 2011 @ 6:48 pm | delete
    I really don't want to experience that. Hopefully both my feet stay healthy.

    Get a pair of Sanuk sandals as gifts for both your feet and keep a smile on them. :)
  • fanfreluche Apr 2, 2011 @ 10:47 am | delete
    Morton's Neuroma or any kind of foot pain is certainly something I do not want to have. My mother in law has one, and she is expecting surgery soon.
  • livefamilylife Apr 2, 2011 @ 8:03 am | delete
    Useful lens
  • billybraveheart Apr 1, 2011 @ 10:26 am | delete
    Best foot forward :-)
  • awelldressedbullet Apr 1, 2011 @ 8:38 am | delete
    ~ Dropping by to leave my Angels April Fools' Day Quest Blessings ~
  • lollyj Apr 1, 2011 @ 7:28 am | delete
    Hope everything went well for you, JJ, and you recuperate swiftly.
  • Squidoo_Queen Apr 1, 2011 @ 7:28 am | delete
    Good luck with the surgery today! I have my surgery in a few weeks time - hope it goes well for you :)
  • Heather_Todd Mar 26, 2011 @ 9:48 am | delete
    Thanks for the info
  • EditorDave Mar 2, 2011 @ 11:53 pm | delete
    Wow. I haven't had what you are describing, but I've had my feet and *knees* attacked by hyperuricemia ... aka gout. And now it looks like it's going after my hands and fingers. Nice lens! I've liked, favorited, thumbs-upped, and lensrolled your masterpiece. Congrats on a great job (and get well soon!)
  • SereneSea Mar 2, 2011 @ 11:40 am | delete
    Dear JaguarJulie,
    Wishing that you come out healthier and stronger after the surgery.
  • grandma_deal Mar 2, 2011 @ 7:05 am | delete
    I don't have the neuroma. I read this lens because I like you. You are quite good at putting a lens together. Writing about things that have an impact on your life, such as your Cabbage Rolls (mmm-mmm good). I know it's always nice to read another person's experience with something one is having to deal with. After reading this, I am wishing I had taken notes when I had my lung removed. Good job here and thanks for sharing.
  • Margo_Arrowsmith Mar 2, 2011 @ 6:35 am | delete
    Angel Blessed, lenrolled to Born to be Angelic

    I have not had this, but have had other foot issues. Ouch
  • Irenemaria Mar 2, 2011 @ 5:26 am | delete
    My mom had surgery. She could never again use her loved shoes. For myself, I guess I so far is lucky not to.
  • Kilamdiba Feb 13, 2011 @ 11:42 pm | delete
    Hello all,
    i am based in houston, tx and i need to go for neuroma surgery. i dont have any kind of insurance and need to know how much would it approximately cost. any recomendations while paying (surgery) doctor's fee is not easy for me. please advise coz i am in real pain.
  • BarbRad Feb 9, 2011 @ 11:51 pm | delete
    I had surgery for Morton's Neuroma in 1986. my only symptom was that it felt like I had a rock in my shoe or sock. Finally one day it dawned on me that it was still there even when I was barefooted and maybe I should see a doctor. I have surgery soon after. The toes around where it was are still numb, as the doctor said they would be. He also said these often return. So far I've been luck and it hasn't. Now I'm trying to decide how long I am going to wait to do something about the bunion on my left foot that's making it harder and harder to find shoes that don't hurt. And I didn't even wear high heels much when I was young. I think as we get older things just start falling apart.
  • Johnclave Feb 7, 2011 @ 2:31 am | delete
    Every person has a different forms of foot structure like long foot short foot etc this is a nice and detailed information about Morton's Neuroma thanks for sharing this post
    http://www.biblehealth.com/acute-renal-failure/acute-renal-failure-and-its-stages-an-overview.html
  • Tom Feb 2, 2011 @ 12:37 pm | delete
    Had neuroma removed three weeks ago and still have some swelling and it feels like I am walking on a large marble. Is that a result of the residual swelling or should I be concerned? I also have an electric shock sensation when I touch the arch on the bottom of my foot.
  • tom b Jul 25, 2011 @ 8:55 pm | delete
    are you feeling better yet? just starting to dr. for what I am sure is MN.
    sounds like it might take a while toget through
  • Angela Jan 21, 2011 @ 11:16 am | delete
    In november was dx with morton's neuroma. Today I go to talk surgery with the docs. Not sure what they are going to suggest.... dorsal or plantar approach. Probably on the bottom of my foot.
  • stuhaynes Jan 13, 2011 @ 10:03 am | delete
    This lens certainly did justify its purple star
  • miaponzo Jan 13, 2011 @ 12:48 am | delete
    What a fantastic lens.. quite specific, and loaded with good info. I have suffered with this problem for years and years, and the way I solved it is simply by wearing wider shoes, and shoes that are a bit larger or more open. I haven't really felt anything for a couple of years now, but if I wear tight shoes, then OW!!!!!!! Thanks again!
  • LauraMarie Jan 4, 2011 @ 8:58 am | delete
    I get a burning on my toes sometimes but I know its not Morton's neuroma. I have heard of peripheral neuropathy but never Morton's neuroma. Thanks for sharing your story.
  • maxnic11 Dec 17, 2010 @ 8:48 am | delete
    I love a foot massage!
  • delrond Nov 8, 2010 @ 11:13 am | delete
    I think i forget to add the link to my squidoo page: HTML Morton's Nueroma Hope you like it!
  • delrond Nov 1, 2010 @ 12:36 am | delete
    Hi - its great been able to read about your experience with Morton's Nueroma - i just set up a blog that you might find interesting: a>

    I have only just been diagnosed - but hope to share my experiences as i get treated! Glad you got yours sorted but i hope i don't have to go down the surgery path... but will if i have to.
  • Photahsiamirabel Oct 30, 2010 @ 1:41 pm | delete
    I have a foot problem that affects my heels. At one point I had to put sponges in my sneakers just to be able to bear the pain. I couldn't walk more than 50 yards. I can't remember what it is called now, but it is a proper condition and I have to be very careful about how far I walk and how much I carry in case it recurs.
  • blue22d Oct 30, 2010 @ 12:46 am | delete
    I have never heard of this particular foot problem. I may have it a occasionally I have pain on the ball of my foot. I will check with my doctor. Excellent lens.
  • kiwisoutback Oct 29, 2010 @ 8:24 am | delete
    That's one swelled up foot... I can imagine this would be really painful and inconvenient for when you were traveling! Not to mention it's major surgery, so that's never fun either. The only foot pain I've ever had is from standing up all day, but it goes away if I get off of my feet.
  • miriam n Oct 27, 2010 @ 5:05 pm | delete
    a podiatrist told me I have morton's neuroma and he suggested surgery. i am very against it and tried for 4-5 months some alternative treatment with a chiropractor who showed me how to tape my knee and foot to raise the arch of the foot and relieve the pressure going on the ball of the foot. it is not working that great. does anyone know of any other treatment that doesn't involve surgery or injections?
  • Lori Pendergraft Oct 25, 2010 @ 10:22 pm | delete
    I am right in the middle of tests and more tests as the doctor thought I had a Morton's Neuroma but today after a Ultra sound the radiologistsaid he wants another bone scan. He said it isn't a Mortons. I have pain no matter what time of day or what kind of shoes, or no shoes. It hurts day and night, off and on, sometimes it wakes me up from my sleep. Tingles and burns but no popping wearing socks makes it hurt propping it up doesn't help, nothing makes it feel better. Were you like this???? I have had this for 10 months now. It started from an injury. I fear they may never find the problem and then what? Live with the constant pain? It hurts right where a Mortons would be and shoots pain all the way through the foot to the otherside. It hurts to walk on too. I am glad surgury worked for you. I had read that surgery could cause even more prolems. Happy walking. Take some steps for me too.
  • Lori Oct 26, 2010 @ 2:24 pm | delete
    So got a phone call from the doctor today. I have Capsulitis on my 3 toe joint. It mimics a Morton's. I am glad it isn't a Morton's this can be healed without surgury. :-)
  • Kristen Sep 19, 2010 @ 4:24 pm | delete
    Thanks so much for your extensive coverage of Morton's and of your surgery. I'm scheduled to have the surgery tomorrow, and I found your narrative very encouraging. It's a scary step to take, and many people seem to be down on surgery. Since I've exhausted all other options, it's time to take the plunge--well, the needle--and as the day draws closer, I find myself returning again and again to your account of the surgery process. I'm very grateful.
  • daoine Sep 12, 2010 @ 10:23 pm | delete
    Mmm, I wonder if I have a mild form of this. I get sharp pains in the ball of my foot, occasional numbness... I thought it might be due to my very high arches and not having enough support in my hiking shoes, so all the pressure is on the ball of my foot. It definitely feels better in more supported shoes, or no shoes. Although strangely enough I can wear high heels very comfortably if most of the weight is taken on my heel (i.e., really quite high heels). I very often walked around on tip toes as a child, too. I think that shaped my feet.

    But ouch for you! That surgery and recovery can't have been fun. I'm glad it was successful.
  • davidstillwagon Sep 10, 2010 @ 3:59 pm | delete
    I've had a cortisone shot (painful!) when I had mortons nueroma. Thanks goodness it hasn't come back
  • skiesgreen Aug 1, 2010 @ 9:09 pm | delete
    Great details on this horrible condition. *-*Blessed*-* and featured on Sprinkled with Stardust. Congrats on Purple Star
  • Spook Jul 31, 2010 @ 9:27 am | delete
    Do I spy a little purple something up there? Congratulations.
  • oztoo Jul 31, 2010 @ 2:12 am | delete
    Ooh I must be a lucky one. Never had any problems with my feet. In fact I've never heard of Morton's Neuroma before. Thanks for the info and I'm glad your problem was finally resolved.
    Congrats on the Purple Star.
  • Heather426 Jul 30, 2010 @ 12:21 pm | delete
    First of all, I hate high heels, they are an abomination! But luckily my feet have never given me any problems except I have broken both of the smaller toes on both feet! (multiple times-don't ask, ok, I'm clumsy) Hubbie has plantar fascitis sometimes as he runs 40 miles a week, but he did get 4 American records and a world record this year so he won't stop.
  • LoKackl Jul 30, 2010 @ 12:10 pm | delete
    Well, I see there are plenty of fellow foot sufferers, including mortons neuroma! I'm feeling rather sheltered since I've never before heard of it. I inherited from my mom a tendency to have a bunion on my right foot. It has only recently begun to cause some pain, but nothing like my poor mom put up with. I saw a podiatrist about it several years ago and he said it would be easy to fix. "You'll just have to plan not being on your feet for six months(!)" Needless to say I've managed without surgery. Thanks for such a detailed analysis and personal experience with a happy ending! Blessed. Congratulations on da PURPLE STAR!
  • barbara obrien Jul 8, 2010 @ 11:17 am | delete
    6yes i have foot pain so bad i lay in bed .......im going have foot surgery july 12,2010 i have never wore high heels or intend wear them
  • KimGiancaterino Jun 19, 2010 @ 12:59 pm | delete
    I've had three toe surgeries, all for ingrown toenails. The recoveries were somewhat painful because of all the nerve endings in our feet. I was teaching aerobics at the time and could still do step training classes with my trusty orthopedic velcro slipper. In fact, I loved wearing those. They look awful but are extremely comfortable. I don't think I could have done aerobics after a procedure for Morton's Neuroma. Now, that looks painful!
  • poutine Jun 16, 2010 @ 5:02 am | delete
    Very interesting and well laid out lens.
    Good pictures.

    No, I don't have that problem, but have difficulty walking because of a blocked artery in my right leg.
  • paperfacets Jun 11, 2010 @ 9:47 pm | delete
    I have healthy feet so far. I am fortunate.
  • JaguarJulie Jun 14, 2010 @ 8:49 am | delete
    Oh and I would be a bit envious of your healthy feet ... you see, I don't think I've mentioned this ANYPLACE just yet ... but I had a clumsy episode one morning a few weeks back. I was heading out to my physical therapy session. I opened the door to the dark garage ... and then ... I promptly stumbled and fell to my hands and knees as I had stepped on my OTHER pair of shoes that I left sitting right at the door. I twisted the top right-outside of my right foot ... and it still is bothering me. Oh my! Captcha says: nerdlick <--- well, indeed!
  • Cooper's Mom Jun 2, 2010 @ 8:00 pm | delete
    I have had two Morton's Neuromas surgeries, both on my left foot. First one was in the third interspace and almost exactly a year later had another one in the fourth interspace. I have never worn high heels and almost always wear athletic shoes due to having problems finding shoes that fit my orthotics. I have some numbness in my fourth and fifth toes but hardly notice it. Both incision sites have healed well and are barely noticeable.

    BUT...I swear I have a Morton's neuroma in the right foot in the FIRST interspace. I know it's uncommon but the pain is exactly the same as with the previous neuromas. Sharp, shooting pain, burning sensation, relief when off the foot but soon as I weight bear, the pain starts. Thank heavens for Vicoden!!! I have appointment with my foot doctor in 5 days and I'm counting down the days.
  • On my geet AGAIN Jul 31, 2010 @ 11:07 pm | delete
    I have had 8 surgeries for Mortons and the last was 6 weeks ago (#5 on right foot). They had done the surgery on top as pictured above, but he concluded that there must be more and entered from the bottom. 20 stitches later on two incisions - I believe we finally have it.

    To clarify, I had Mortons on the space between 3 & 4, and 4 & 5 (2 on each - Rt foot), and 3 & 4 on Left foot (3 times). One was not a Mortons but a ganglion cyst which my doc said was rare. From my experience, the pressure can recur again. (period)!
    I wear flats not heels, my shoes aren't small or tight, but prefer to be barefoot. I teach so I am on my feet quite a bit. Who knows why, just blessed!
  • Jan-Kristin May 26, 2010 @ 11:39 pm | delete
    For over a year, I have felt like I had wrinkled socks at the ball of my foot - I'd take off my shoe and adjust my sock, but not once did I find a wrinkle....which I thought was very odd. I do not wear high heels, or pointy toed shoes...in fact, I have always worn larger boxed shoes, or mules or even clogs, which are my favorite type of shoe. But I was starting to have pain so I did some sleuthing on the internet and self-diagnosed myself with a Morton's Neuroma.

    I was OK with the pain, but in January 2010, I noticed my 2nd and 3rd toes were split on my foot. The ball of my foot was painful, and I noticed I was hobbling around and not standing on my foot like I normally do. When I sat down and really took a look at my foot, I noticed there was a extra fat pad on the underside of my foot, and that my toes were swollen.

    I had just changed PCP's and had to wait to see him. I went in saying I had what I suspected to be a Morton's Neuroma. My PCP looked at my foot and ordered some x-rays, per my Insurance's protocols - he did tell me not to expect anything, and he was right, for the Xray showed nothing except the deviation of my toes. I insisted that there was something going on inside my foot, for now I was experiancing a deep, sharp, shooting pain, along with burning and tingling. So he scheduled an MRI.

    While I had a hell of a time laying still on my back with a boot on my foot, my MRI went on for a torturous hour and a half because my leg cramped up and we had to stop. The Radiologist read the MRI later that day, noting the toes' abnormal structure, but he also discounting a Morton's Neuroma because "The soft tissue changes are not in the normal location of, not do they have the normal, well-defined margination of Morton \X9\s\x92\ neuroma". My PCP called with the results, citing the Radiologist's report, and I reminded him of my extensive history of Dupuytrens' Contracture of the hand, also a fibrocystic disease process. I was tempted to just wait a bit more - but I got to thinking about my toes and how much they had splayed in just two months.

    One morning, not long after I talked to my PCP, I walked barefooted across my kitchen floor, which is tiled, and I thought I was going to pass out from the pain! I called my PCP and asked for a referral. His Office was great; within one day, I had a refferal to an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr Johnson. I got in to see this MD within a week. Upon physical exam I had postive signs for a Morton's Neuroma, and Dr Johnson said that the Radiologist is not an Orthopod; only a Orthopod or a Podiatrist should make the call. We discussed treatment options - he suggested using a pain patch called "FLECTOR PATCH", which is a sticky topical patch of 1.3% diclofenac epolamine. I am not at all convinced it worked all that well of managing my pain. He also prescribed "Ketoderm (TC)", a ointment that was compounded at my local pharmacy which I do apply - still not convinced it works either. I do know you can't use them in tandem, for the patch will not adhere to the skin if I do. I take daily NSAID for pain management of osteoarthritis, so that seems to work in pain management for the most part.

    I had two cortisone shot later that same week, in the second and third metatarsal spaces. I felt near immediate relief, and within 10 minutes, before I even left the office, my foot was feeling better. I know that cortisone and I would part company relatively quickly, so I inquired how soon could I have another shot. He said he would only do one more shot, after which he said I would need surgery. He does not do this type of surgery, and he says our little town does not have the right micro-instrumentation for this surgery anyway, so when I do schedule this surgery, I will be heading to Oklahoma City's Adventis Hospital and to another surgeon who does hundreds of these surgeries a year. Who knew this was so common a disease process???

    Now I am having some weird issues with my other foot, like a feeling of fullness at the ball of my foot and the fact that I cannot point my toes like I used to anymore. Hopefully that does not signal another one on the other side. I'll check in with Doc Johnson and see what he says....Glad to see that I am not alone here and that others have this condition.
  • gimpyintigard May 24, 2010 @ 3:29 pm | delete
    First I had plantar facitis in my left foot for ovr two years. After that I started having the sensation of a marble under my left fore foot which became painful with walking/being on my feet. At 42 I was walking 20 miles a week and doing dance areobics two or three times a week. over about 1 1/2 years I recieved 4 or 5 coritisone shots in the neuroma which did provide pain relief a few months at a time. The last injection was in October 2009 which wore off by end of feb 2010. At this point I decided to go with surgery because of concern for prolonged use of steroids, thinning of foot fat pad, weaking of tendons and thinning of bone. Before surgery i had given all forms of exercise, couldn't even walk a mile anymore.
    My Surgery was on May 18th, 2010 today I am six days post op, post surgical pain is much better pretty much gone but still need to keep my foot elvated most of time or I start feeling tingly.
    Pre op I washed foot twice for 5 minutes with Hibaclens and wore new freshly washed socks to the OR check in. There definately was a thickend nerve strand about an inch or so remmoved. So we shall see. I am feeling optimistic. I did discuss with the podiatrist my concern I may have somethng else going on with my second toe joint besides. Burscitis perhaps? to date I have no imaging done except an xray.
    So my post regime includes lots of elvation, toe wiggling, ankle rotating and leg stretching.
    Tomarrow I go in for a dressing change, so far no infection.
    once I get of bandages in another week I plan on doing "PT" for my feet, streching and strength exercises. Try streching out the toes, a yoga move. Being kind to my feet. Generally I wear good shoes with a large toe box: Dansko, Keen, men's runing shoes.
    My hope is to get back to walking most days three miles, in line skating and stationary biking. I have given up running pretty much. So out of shape so I have a long haul to get my lean muscle mass back.
  • gimpyintigard May 25, 2010 @ 5:11 pm | delete
    Day 7 post dressing change and check up at doc's office. Lots of bruising but other wise looking pretty good. Seven more days a stitiches come out then hopefully start working my way to full use and ambulation.
    Would post a pick but not able to fugure it out.
  • gimpyintigard Jul 31, 2010 @ 11:20 am | delete
    Update for gimpy in tigard, I am abou three months out from surgery and it's been a tough road. The healing process for me is taking it's own sweet time. I finally saw my pod this week, long story but I hadn't seen him since surgery and a couple of weeks ago I consulted with a second pod because I was so concerned since I was still have pain. Talking with the second pod helped alot, he was more explanatory than my pod who had done the surgery. Anyway, it is getting better very slowly and I am mostly convinced the surgery went well. I am only wearing running shoes this summer, no sandals etc.
    My expectations post surgery may have been out of line, since I thought I should be fully functioning by six weeks. I am not yet excersising at my pre neuroma level.
    My mom had this surgery years ago and her experience it took six months for her feet to recover so I have hope that things will continue to get better.
    Along with wearing arch supporting orthodics I haave added a pad under the insert just behind the forefoot area to take some pressue off and that has seemed to help too.
    So that's where I am today. Surgery is a bigger ordeal than I guess I expected.
  • Jorge Apr 25, 2010 @ 12:37 pm | delete
    I had expirience Morton's Neuroma for approximately 4 three years. I have try everything but surgery and as a habitual runner the pain is killing. Is anyone knows of a good doctor in the Jacksonville, FL area that could perform the procedure properly.
  • Karen Apr 14, 2010 @ 10:37 pm | delete
    I had surgery for Mortons Neuroma 1 month ago as the alcohol injections did not help in my case. Now I am numb on the ball of my foot which is almost as uncomfortable walking as it was with the neuroma. The dr. tells me the numbness may go away as he prescribed an antiinflammatory. If this doesn't help, I'm not sure if it was worth going through the pain and discomfort from surgery if I'm only trading one kind of pain for another. Instead of the burning I now feel like I'm walking on a golf ball with every step I take. I hope this is temporary but may just have to learn to live with it.
  • Adrianne Wiegenstein Apr 6, 2010 @ 5:12 pm | delete
    I was diagnosed with morton's neuroma about 3 years ago, but cortisone shots did seem to work. However, it's now been about 2 years since my last shot, and my foot is killing me. In addition to the normal pain and burning area, I'm getting pain on the top of my foot as well, almost like it feels like I broke something. Could these two things be connected?
  • Connie Apr 2, 2010 @ 7:11 pm | delete
    I had surgery on my Morton's Neuroma not even a year ago on its back can't walk with out alot of pain. Went back to the Doctor and he said have to go back in and take more out.Have not been back to him but I have to do something about this pain.
  • doggyman44 Dec 12, 2009 @ 11:04 pm | delete
    I believe I have Morton's Neuroma. I have had it for over a year. I have had 3 cortisone shots. None of them did any good.
    I am schedule with an orthopedic specialist.
    My pain is under my second toe. I have been experiencing dorsal pain now for over a month.
    I have no insurance. I can't go on like this anymore.
    I am a 44 year old male. I believe this is the direct cause of plyometric exercise.

    Any help? Does this sound like a neuroma? I think the pain kind of shifted from my 2nd and 3rd toes. What costs may be?

    Oh, by the way I wear New Balance fro Morton's Neuroma.

    Thank you
  • Jess Dec 18, 2009 @ 4:10 pm | delete
    I never realized how much people have to do to deal with their feet every day. I don't know why but every time I sit on my Leather Sofa
    or large recliner, I end up looking at my feet.. but not as much as you would. Great lens.
  • digitalgirlsunite Dec 2, 2009 @ 3:18 pm | delete
    I have read that Morton's neuroma is most common among women who wore high heels for many years. I never wore them all that much, and I definitely haven't worn them at all during the past 18-19 years. Yet I ended up with MN. Haven't had surgery yet - I have found a great shoe insert that takes the pressure off. I was amazed that the relief was pretty much immediate. And I'm hoping that this will help me avoid surgery, at least for a long time.

    Very informative lens. Thank you.
  • Julie in KY Nov 18, 2009 @ 12:46 pm | delete
    You did an excellent job on reporting your experience with Morton's Neuroma surgery! I have had one in my left foot for several years, have had 2 cortisone injections and am now wanting the surgery but it will cost soooo much, even with health insurance. I enjoyed reading this!!
  • rmberg Nov 15, 2009 @ 1:09 pm | delete
    So, what was the cost of the surgery?
  • Kim Nov 7, 2009 @ 9:51 pm | delete
    I have been dealing with mine since I was 25, I am now 41!!! Mine started out as "a plantars wart", that is what my doctor said. I tried all the plantar wart stuff, and then decided to go to a foot doctor. I remember him saying something about my bone in my foot, not a wart! I didn't pay any attention to him, but wish I would have. He gave me a shot in each foot, and it helped for a while. A good 10 years later I saw another foot doctor, and he basically said the same thing, and I did the same thing "nothing". Now I am in so much pain everyday, I can't stand it, and I have no insurance! After surfing, I finally realized the doctor was right, and I was too young and dumb to listen...MORTONS NEUROMA! As soon as I can...I will have the surgery...no matter how bad and painful it is, it cant be as bad as what I go through everyday!
  • Kate-Phizackerley Oct 26, 2009 @ 8:13 am | delete
    Excellent lens. Blessed.
  • Leapyleo Oct 15, 2009 @ 10:01 am | in reply to Mary Miraglia | delete
    I'm due to have surgery for 2 MNs in December. I've been told the nerve will always regrow into a stump that has potential to cause more discomfort and that the trick is for the surgeon to take strip the nerve back to a point in the foot where it won't cause discomfort i.e. to a part that you don't directly walk on.
  • Silver_Lotus Oct 11, 2009 @ 10:35 am | delete
    Excellent lens, 5 stars, and I'm glad I found it. I've been thinking I have MN and have been researching it online - this is the first time I've come across a non-medical site that puts it all together so well. Thanks!
  • Mary Miraglia Sep 16, 2009 @ 6:55 am | delete
    Yes, I'm probably heading to surgery for MN after 2 years treatment, injections, special orthotics, etc. I would like to know if you've been told that the nerve will eventually grow back and then again cause the same if not more pain? Also, what's the timeframe when it will grow back?
  • Jean Nevoraski Aug 18, 2009 @ 10:50 am | delete
    I am contemplating surgery on both of my feet for neuroma's. I am a golfer and would rather golf in pain than not golf at all. My doc wants to release the ligament instead of removing the nerve. Any feedback on that?
  • JFlorida Aug 17, 2009 @ 10:36 am | delete
    I will let you know about the heels when I recover. I haven't been able to wear heals in over 10 years! .... I have been dealing with my neuromas for that long! I also have at least one in the other foot... even though it's only been close to 2 weeks since I had my surgery, I will wait to see what the rest of this recovery is like and how well the surgery worked before making the decision to get surgery on the other foot.
  • JFlorida Aug 16, 2009 @ 5:20 pm | delete
    Surgery was 13 days ago to remove 2 MN's in left foot between the 2nd & 3rd toe and the other between the 3rd and 4th toe. I am due to have my stitches removed in 5 days. First 2 days after surgery I was limping around with the funny shoe that they give you in hardly any pain. I was unaware they gave me a nerve block which soon wore off - then was in bad pain! Here it is... day 13, my foot is swollen, feels extremely hot / burning-almost feels as though toes and at the ball of the foot underneath squishy as though it is filled with fluid- may be a hemotoba. M heel is sore from walking on it. At last doc's visit he stated I could wear shoes and start walking. Balony! I borrowed crutches from a friend. It's that bad! There is no way I can walk on it! I have an appt in 5 days to remove stitches. Hopefully it'll be better or he'll tell me what is going on. Foot is so swollen. Stitches area doesn't look infected. I was told at last appt to ice ankle only. Anyone else exp this?
  • Laura Aug 9, 2009 @ 1:50 am | delete
    Hi there. Thank you for your very informative insight to mortons neuroma and what to expect pre and post op, i have found it extremely useful. I have experienced pain for around 5 years and only got diagnosed with mortons neuroma about a year ago after insisting to my gp that i was refered to a foot specialist and now i have my operation in the morning, im very nervous! There is one thing id love to know from any women who have had the surgery.......can you wear heels post op after the recovery period? Vain i know but i havent been able to wear heels in such a long time and i love them! Any experiences with this i would love to hear from you.
  • HorseFan Jul 19, 2009 @ 10:23 pm | delete
    I do not suffer from this, thankfully, but I nevertheless found your lens quite interesting. It is inspiring to me to see the amount of in-depth information that some people have on their lenses. Especially like info that is based on personal experience. You are to be congratulated.
  • Margo_Arrowsmith Jul 18, 2009 @ 4:00 pm | delete
    Wow, I have had a couple of bouts of things with my feet, but nothing like this. Thanks for the info. 5*
  • PLS Jul 15, 2009 @ 2:24 pm | delete
    I am just about 4 weeks post surgery. I also had a bunionectomy at the same time. I actually do not feel any pain from the bunionectomy, by the neuroma portion of my surgery has been slow and painful to heal. I always feel like there is a lump or ball on the bottom of my foot and pain in my 2nd and 3rd toes. I have a space between my second and third toes now. (Perhaps he rekeased the ligament- I will ask tomorrow at my 4 week check-up,)
    Anyone out there experience the same type of recovery? Am I headed down the typical path of recovery? I can't wait to "graduate" from the surgical shoe to sneakers!

    For Joanbug: My doctor provided me with a shower cover that was unbelievable. You just slide it on and it keeps your foor TOTALLY dry! ($20 charge) Well worth it.
  • Joanbug Jul 12, 2009 @ 1:35 pm | delete
    I also suffered for two years and two injections. I am a power walker and the foot would get progressive worse every day. Had the surgery on 7/7/09 and will be getting the stitches out tomorrow. The two neuromas removed were very large and because I had two there was two incisions instead of one. Post surgery for three days was painful due to the incisions and pain pill reactions. Now, after six days, foot feels OK and I am wearing the velcro shoe from the doctor and will wear it for another 3 weeks just to stablize the foot. It is not uncomfortable, just cumbersome. Worse part is not being able to get the foot wet. Plastic bags while showering is not fun. Hopefully, I will be able to get the foot wet after the stitches are removed. Am looking forward to being able to wear shoes then flip flops and hopefully with no pain.
  • debnet Jul 7, 2009 @ 9:18 am | delete
    Let's try that again... O-U-C-H!!!!!
  • debnet Jul 7, 2009 @ 9:17 am | delete
    O-U-C-H!!!!
  • Abbeyman Jul 2, 2009 @ 11:39 am | delete
    This first started around 1 year ago when I noticed a tingling in my toes after running on a treadmill for around 10 minutes. Felt like my shoes were too narow and I was drawing my toes in to relieve the discomfort. Things gradually got worse and the discomfort started to appear when walking or using the foot in other gym activities like rowing or cycling. The first visit to my GP I was given Ibuprofen and told to rest for a couple of weeks and it would be fine. 6 months of rest later it was getting worse and was referred to the hospital. I got the injection 1st but it had no noticeable effect and today I had the neuroma excised. I couldnt pinpoint the exact location on the ball of the foot where the pain was worst and the neuroma has been removed from between the 2nd and 3rd toes but struggling to hobble around the house at present as foot is still numb due to the local anaesthetic. I will take co-codamol for pain relief for the time being and keep you updated on my progress. D xxx
  • thewishpearl Jun 15, 2009 @ 11:37 am | delete
    After suffering through bunion surgery on both feet, I am unfortunately still enduring Morton's neuroma. My podiatrist has recommended an orthotic instead of surgery. I don't know how that will help especially when the pain is there even barefoot. I would like to know more about where you had the surgery done. Will contact you!
  • Spook May 31, 2009 @ 12:23 pm | delete
    Yurgh that sounds nasty and hope all is well and I like your toes ;)
  • spirituality May 10, 2009 @ 11:14 am | delete
    great lens - blessed by a squidangel :)
  • Ann May 1, 2009 @ 9:16 am | delete
    Lots of good info here. However, I would think twice about surgery. I had it done from the top for a neuroma three years ago. Things went well, but the symptoms are back. It's like walking on a pebble and a feeling of numbness and tightness. I never wear uncomfortable shoes. Certain socks and sneakers exacerbate the discomfort. The symptoms do come and go much like back pain. I would recommend reading any of Dr. John Sarno's books. Really read them. You might be surprised, and you may become a believer. Especially if your pain is not constant.
  • Amanda Mar 29, 2009 @ 5:33 pm | delete
    I just got foot surgery a little over 6 weeks ago, just curious how many weeks did it take for you to start walking in regular shoes?
  • Maribelle Mar 27, 2009 @ 7:47 pm | delete
    I've had one neuroma surgery (left foot) and it was HUGE. Recently, while running, my right foot has developed a neuroma - if anyone knows how to treat a neuroma that is not operatable (too small, but still very painful) please contact me.... I do'nt want to give up running just yet - I just discovered it. maribelle_lara@yahoo.com
  • rms Mar 6, 2009 @ 8:11 pm | delete
    Ouch! Thanks for sharing this great information.
  • AndyPo Jan 20, 2009 @ 1:45 pm | delete
    Very interesting. Sounds painful. I get occasional foot-pain. I assumed it was gout.
  • Lorri Jan 8, 2009 @ 9:58 pm | delete
    I had surgery for Mortons Neuroma in Jan 2008. I had 2 in one foot - one the size of a pea the other the size of a kidney bean - ouch. Unfortunately, my foot pain is back. I am not able to wear most of my shoes again - except crocs - I definately cannot go bare footed. When I went for my 6th months check-up, the doctor said it seems as though where they had to remove the nerve, a new neuroma developed.
    Has anyone had this problem??? I really do not want to have surgery again but it looks like I might not have a choice!
  • Amy Jan 5, 2009 @ 5:14 pm | delete
    I am diagnosed with mortons neuroma, i have taken the injections,chenged my foot wear and i still have severe pain on daily basis.. i believe my only option is surgery..i am clueless about doctors who have done it before, can any of you that had the surgery done recommend a Doctor for me please.. or any resources. thank you..
  • Tracy Mac Dec 30, 2008 @ 12:33 pm | delete
    I had my surgery on 20 December. The surgery and recouperation (so far) has been far easier than I anticipated. The pain has been a lot less than I expected, except the day after the surgery when the pain killers wore off. I still have crutches but only use them when leaving the house. Otherwise, I can walk with the bulk of the weight on my heel. The special shoe they gave me in the hospital doesn't look like much, but it really makes a difference. It only really bothers me when I don't get a chance to elevate the foot; I become quite tired and the foot throbs.

    The stitches come out in a few days and am a bit scared about that as the wound (on the bottom of my foot) is still sore and not completely healed. I'm expecting to have the crutches for another week or two. I'll let you know how it goes.
  • Bobbi Dec 17, 2008 @ 5:42 pm | delete
    I was diagnosed in Oct. and had my neuroma removed Nov. 13th 2008. Mine was on top and when the stitches came out the incision opened partially. Still have strei strips. I have lots of pain in the ball of my foot. But the incision does look better. Can anybody tell me how long this pain will last? I am on 1 crutch and the heel of my foot. It feels hot and burns. Any fed back is welcome!!!
  • Mime Dec 7, 2008 @ 7:28 pm | delete
    I'm 14 and pretty active and I freaked out when I couldn't run or do anything without a sharp pain. (I run XC and do a martial art called Kendo) I go into surgery this Friday and I'm extremely nervous (not to mention I am freaked out about getting knocked out and the idea in general) Hopefully all will go well because after 6 months of doing no exercise, I'm fed up. Hope all will go well with the rest of you guys.
  • Tracy Mac Dec 5, 2008 @ 12:57 pm | delete
    I've just received confirmation that I have MN and I will have the surgery in two weeks. I have opted for the plantar surgery (i.e. going from bottom of foot) and, while I understand that I will be in pain, looking forward to some relief from what I am experiencing today.

    I think this site is very helpful. What a great insight to what I can expect during surgery and recovery. Thank you very much for all your effort. It is appreciated.
  • David S Nov 19, 2008 @ 12:44 pm | delete
    It has been almost 5 weeks since I had the first surgery and I'm getting better every week. I still don't put full pressure on it when I walk, but I am optimistic it will continue to improve. I have some swelling but that decreases every week as well. I suspect this will still take another couple of months to get back to normal, but so far so good. I don't expect to get back to running until that time. I never did the other foot, and I'm glad I didn't. The recovery is just much longer than I anticipated. I'll wait to see how this one heals and then decide on the other, but I'll bet I do that one next year. It isn't as bad as the one I had surgery on. Good luck to everyone.
  • Vered Nov 17, 2008 @ 1:49 pm | delete
    I've been diagnosed with Morton's Neuroma and am scheduled for surgery in a couple of weeks. Have all the bills arrived? What was the final tally?
  • Spencer Nov 12, 2008 @ 3:59 pm | delete
    I was just diagnosed. I've had foot pain for the last couple of years, but I've also had shooting pains in my thigh muscle as well. Can anyone tell me if this could be because of the pinched nerve as well?
  • Ruth Oct 31, 2008 @ 9:14 pm | delete
    I had the surgery 12 days ago. Had no swelling and was told that I could weight bear as tolerated. Mostly stayed off my feet for the first week and have gone back to work a few hours each day this week without any real discomfort. I have, however, noticed that the I am still experiencing the same pain on the bottom of my foot that I had prior to the surgery. If anything, it's a bit worse. I'm told that it's normal to experience this. I hoping that someone will tell me that it is normal and that it will get better in time. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.
  • David S Oct 19, 2008 @ 8:19 pm | delete
    I just had a neuroma that was bothering me for 14 years removed from my right foot on October 16, 2008. So far I'm mostly keeping it elevated. The surgery itself wasn't bad, and I've been walking gingerly in a post-op "shoe". I have another procedure to remove one from my left foot scheduled for October 23, so we'll see how I do with two surgeries a week apart.
  • J Moore Sep 21, 2008 @ 8:08 am | delete
    I have had two surgeries for Morton Neuroma and neuritis so I have two different, lond incisions on the top of the foot. The surgeries provided me no relief and now in one site I am having pain as bad as or worse than the pain prior to the first foot surgery, I have scars on top of foot so many shoes irritate the scar tissue. During the work day at my desk I work with my shoe off. and during a normal work day I change my shoes three times aday when one one pair starts feeling very uncomfortable. I have been livng this daily hell since Spring, 2005, it is not Fall, 2008. Surgery did not work, custom orthortics did not work, wasted $350.00 there. I come home from work each day physically and mentally exhausted from the pain, it truly is no way to live. I dont know know what to do or where to go now.
  • Missy Sep 19, 2008 @ 10:57 am | delete
    Had morton's neuroma surgery 9 weeks ago. Surgery was done from the top. I am going for physical theropy to help speed up recovery time. Almost all of my swelling is down. However, my 3rd & 4th toes are a little stiff & I'm still feeling discomfort at the bottom of foot where the neuroma was. I was also told by my Dr. to get rid of the surgical boot & start wearing confortable shoes.

    How long does it take to fully recover from this surgery? I have the other foot waiting to have another neuroma removed.
  • genglo Aug 20, 2008 @ 8:43 am | delete
    Great lens! I'm dealing with this myself. What a drag! I worked in a podiatric office (my stepfather is a podiatrist), so I knew what I had right away, but it's nice to hear a patient's perspective.
  • AllieB Aug 13, 2008 @ 4:22 pm | delete
    I had surgery on both feet (yes, at the same time, same recovery rate, right?) 5 weeks ago. The podiatrist went in thru the tops of my feet. Both of the neuroma were between my 2nd & 3rd toes.
    So far the recovery has been on target. My one complaint is the pads of my feet are tender and sore and prone to swelling if I am on my feet too long. I am trying to be patient and realize it will take longer than I anticipated to completly recover. All in all, I am happy I opted for surgery and I look forward to happy feet soon!
  • Jo Higham Jul 23, 2008 @ 5:46 pm | delete
    I have now had mortons neuroma diagnosed, talked of op but said he would have to do it from bottom of my foot! Any comments?
  • Jo Higham Jul 2, 2008 @ 4:48 pm | delete
    Found your article very interesting. I have had a bad foot for 3yrs or more and for 2 yrs have had injections from time to time. the relief is short lived. I am ready to let them cut off my leg now!! I get such a lot of pain at night and I am getting a lot of swelling.
    How long are you immobile after the op? How long before all is back to normal? I have to have the op but I have a holiday booked mid Sept and wonder how long before the holiday can I safely have it done. I would be grateful for anny advice. Jo
  • monica Jul 2, 2008 @ 7:05 am | delete
    doc found a morton's neuroma in my foot, but it's not in 3rd space, but it's in the 2nd space, between 2nd and 3rd toe.. Doc tells is very rare and maybe could be something else, but they still haven't told me WHAT it could be, do you think should I worry about? thank you
  • JohnNilsen1108 Jun 29, 2008 @ 7:27 pm | delete
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  • JodyB May 23, 2008 @ 9:55 am | delete
    I have been suffering from this pain for years and finally went to a podiatrist on my own (family doctors not helpful or sympathetic). Unfortunately, after cortico-steroid AND alcohol injections in both feet, I have not had relief. I am scheduled for surgery on right foot 2 weeks from now and left foot 2 to 3 weeks after that. I will keep you posted.
  • CHANGECOACHER Mar 25, 2008 @ 3:25 pm | delete
    Fashion models are terribly hard on their feet...we squeeze our way into whatever sky high instruments of torture are put in front of us as we aim for the runway. I've had the same surgery you've had so I feel your pain, girfriend. It gets better and you'll soon be back in your Manolos...
  • JanetG Mar 12, 2008 @ 9:41 am | delete
    The bad news is that the surgery fixes the Morton's neuroma, but it can come back! I have had surgery twice...1972, 1994, and now it is back again! Trying to live with it instead of surgery again. Too much scar tissue in there by now. I have purchased New Balance shoes that really help a lot. Not too attractive to wear for my daughter's wedding though.
  • Val Jan 14, 2008 @ 6:40 am | delete
    Just a quick question,as I guess you went privately, i was wondering how much did you pay for the surgery and all. i can t find any price list on this sort of procedure on internet. I have to get my foot fixed again but i can t really wait 6 12 months to get it done again.thank you
  • Eileen Jan 6, 2008 @ 2:50 am | delete
    R-heel spur & plantar fascitis. Successful, but was left with numbness on pinky toe. L-heel spur, plantar fascitis & Morton's Neuroma. Great doctor. However, too early to decide if the surgery was successful. I did try to put on some boots with a small heel & I experienced pain in the Neuroma area.

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