{"id":7438,"date":"2019-06-28T06:46:37","date_gmt":"2019-06-28T06:46:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simplyhealth.today\/?p=7438"},"modified":"2021-11-09T15:59:37","modified_gmt":"2021-11-09T15:59:37","slug":"14-foot-facts-about-mortons-neuroma","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/simplyhealth.today\/14-foot-facts-about-mortons-neuroma\/","title":{"rendered":"14 Foot Facts About Morton’s Neuroma"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Morton\u2019s neuroma <\/a>is a condition that is defined by a benign, otherwise referred to as non-cancerous growth of unneeded nerve tissue that develops in the foot.
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The growth usually develops between the third and fourth toes although it has been observed almost everywhere on the foot. It is a very common and very painful condition that affects many people across the world.
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When a person finds a new growth of any kind on any part of their body, it can be a harrowing experience as people usually jump to the conclusion that they have cancer. In the majority of cases, cancer isn’t actually the cause of the growth, but there are so many potential reasons as to why someone would develop a growth that it can be very difficult to assess the cause of the growth or to obtain an accurate diagnosis.
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Here are 8 fast-food facts about the condition known as Morton’s Neuroma,
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1. Also known as<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The condition has a couple of other names that are less commonly used and it is also known as Morton’s metatarsalgia, Morton’s disease<\/a>, Morton’s neuralgia, Morton’s metatarsalgia, Morton’s nerve entrapment, plantar neuroma, and intermetatarsal neuroma. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s quite a lengthy list of different names for the same condition, but it can be handy to know all of the different terms used in the medical world so that the condition doesn\u2019t pass you by in a cloud of medical speak and clinical jargon. Sometimes the terms and words that are used between doctors and medical professionals mean little to the untrained ear. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes this is used by doctors in order to protect the sensitivity of certain diagnoses, but in the case of this condition, it\u2019s always best to call a spade a spade. The fact that the condition has several names doesn\u2019t mean that each name represents a different manifestation, they are all referring to the same thing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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2. Swollen nerve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The very formation of a Morton\u2019s Neuroma is all due to a swollen nerve in the ball of the foot. This swollen nerve is normally but not exclusively located between the base of the third and fourth toes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When the nerve is easily located as in the vast majority of cases, Morton’s Neuroma is fairly typical to diagnose <\/a>for doctors. The difficulty arises when the growth occurs elsewhere on the toes and feet, making it much more complicated to establish which nerve has become swollen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many people attribute the growth to occurrences on the outside of the skin such as friction or repetitive rubbing, when it is in fact always a result of something happening on the inside of the foot, or more specifically to a nerve on the inside of the foot. Having a good understanding of what causes the condition is a great way to assist in treating it properly.
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3. Growth of nerve tissue<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A lot of people don\u2019t know that Morton’s neuroma involves the growth of nerve tissue and that it is not cancerous. The growth of nerve tissue is what forms the growth of Morton’s neuroma, and whilst these growths are benign and not threatening to a person\u2019s wider health. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The growth of nerve tissue happens all over the body for a number of reasons and at different times in people\u2019s lives. Some people may live long lives without any excess growth of nerve tissue<\/a>, whereas others may experience repeated growth and regrowth in different areas. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Trying to predict the growth of nerve tissue and where it will occur is like trying to find a needle in a haystack, unless of course you are regularly affected by Morton\u2019s neuromas, in which case, plotting what comes next might be a little easier. No one wants to look on helplessly as something grows that shouldn\u2019t be growing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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4. Causes Pain<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Whilst the vast majority of these growths are not thought to be life-threatening or even especially dangerous to health, it is true that the growths have the capability to cause significant pain in the ball of the foot. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This pain <\/a>is usually pretty hard to avoid, given that the ball of the foot is used when standing and walking pretty relentlessly. Unless you’re succumbing to complete bed rest, it’s virtually impossible to try and protect the ball of the foot from coming into contact with the floor. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It can also be problematic when trying to put shoes and socks on, as any minor flicking or pulling against the growth or indeed against the ball of the feet can cause a flare-up of pain to occur. If given the choice between having growth and experiencing pain it would be very interesting to see people’s responses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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5. Surgery<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Unsurprisingly surgery <\/a>is an extremely effective solution, but it is only used if all other treatments fail, such as certain exercises and home remedies. Home remedies are becoming an increasingly popular choice for people looking to treat a huge array of illnesses, afflictions, and ailments with massage, ice therapy, and the use of essential oils all weighing in highly in recent years. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surgery is something that a lot of people long for, but as mentioned above, it is somewhat of a last resort. That is not because it is thought to be ineffective, but because of the risks associated with going under the knife at any time. There is also a small risk of causing more harm than good in the event that the nerves are nicked with the surgical instruments. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many people who have had surgery to resolve the condition claim that they wish they had it sooner, which is food for thought.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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6. Causes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The exact causes of Morton’s neuroma are still not fully understood although there are certain external factors and conditions which are thought to be major contributors to the development of the condition. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These external factors include wearing high-heeled shoes for extended periods of time and playing sports for extended periods. The difference between the two types of people that this could potentially impact upon is found in the way that they care for their feet in the interloping period between causing the damage. Typically, a professional sportsperson or athlete <\/a>will take incredibly good care of their feet, before, during, and after all training and competition. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many women who wear high heels regularly, on the other hand, take their feet for granted and may end up suffering due to being negligent or complacent. Neither one of these demographics makes either the right or the wrong choices all of the time, this is just the line of best fit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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7. Famous people with the condition<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of the most frequently searched niches on the internet today is to do with finding out which celebrities are affected by certain conditions. There is a perverse obsession amongst the general public to find out just how fallible famous people are and to draw comparisons with their own life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

People in the public eye <\/a>who may have overcome certain illnesses and injuries can also be a source of inspiration for other people facing the same challenges. Semi-professional basketball player and TV personality Levante Darnell suffered from Morton\u2019s neuroma during the vast majority of his playing career. He attributed a successful recovery to paying regular visits to the chiropodist. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The actress Lydia Oddfellow claimed that her Morton\u2019s neuroma developed whilst shooting one of her infamous ballet scenes, the actress claiming that ill-fitting shoes and hard floors were to blame. Those are just two examples of famous people who are affected by the condition.
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8. Distribution<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The demographic <\/a>distribution of incidents of this condition sure does make for interesting reading. The majority of cases that are reported to doctors are found in women between the ages of 40 and 70, with a much lower number reported in men of the same age.
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The highest proportion of men with the condition are in their early 30s. This tells us that it is perhaps sporty or active males who are likely to be affected, whilst it is older women who tend to be impacted upon. It is true that men are generally far less likely to seek help for a medical condition than women are, and perhaps this goes some way to explaining the statistics, given that there really is no scientific reason as to why women should be affected more frequently than men.
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Man or woman, it really doesn\u2019t matter to Morton\u2019s neuromas, and they are very unpleasant things for anyone to deal with at any time in their life.
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9. Symptoms of Morton’s Neuroma<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Morton’s neuroma produces a specific set of symptoms. You might notice some of the following signs of Morton’s neuroma as it develops, placing pressure on the nerves in your toes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n