METATARSALGIA

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Metatarsalgia

Metatarsalgia occurs in women more frequently than men. It causes pain in the ball of the foot. Sometimes a patch of hard skin can develop in the center of the foot and footwear can become worn in this area. In severe cases a Mortons neuroma may develop which has similar symptoms but also numbness and  tingling.

CAUSES; The burning pain is causes by a nerve being irritated/ pinched by the metatarsal bones if they become “dropped” out of alignment.  Weak foot muscles and poor foot biomechanics are the main contributing factors.

TREATMENT; The physiotherapist will firstly assess the foot biomechanics [bony alignment], then the muscle strength and flexibility in the foot and ankle. Based on findings a treatment plan will be devised which will usually involve exercises, electrotherapeutic modalities to relieve pain and orthotics [shoe inserts such as metatarsal pads, arch supports etc.]

 

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