[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”3.0.106″ background_image=”https:\/\/kannfootsurgery.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/metatarsalgia-clean.jpg” parallax_method=”off” bottom_divider_style=”slant” bottom_divider_color=”#ffffff” next_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” bottom_divider_flip=”horizontal”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”Neuroma” background_layout=”dark” text_orientation=”center” scroll_down_icon_color=”#ffffff” button_one_url=”https:\/\/kannfootsurgery.com\/treatments” _builder_version=”3.0.106″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” header_fullscreen=”off” header_scroll_down=”off” image_orientation=”center” content_orientation=”center” custom_button_two=”off” button_two_icon_placement=”right” custom_button_one=”off” button_one_icon_placement=”right” background_color=”rgba(255, 255, 255, 0)” \/][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” module_id=”first” _builder_version=”3.0.106″ custom_padding=”||0px|” prev_background_color=”#ffffff” next_background_color=”#000000″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″][et_pb_accordion _builder_version=”3.2.2″][et_pb_accordion_item _builder_version=”3.2.2″ title=”What is a Neuroma?” use_background_color_gradient=”off” background_color_gradient_start=”#2b87da” background_color_gradient_end=”#29c4a9″ background_color_gradient_type=”linear” background_color_gradient_direction=”180deg” background_color_gradient_direction_radial=”center” background_color_gradient_start_position=”0%” background_color_gradient_end_position=”100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”off” parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on” background_size=”cover” background_position=”center” background_repeat=”no-repeat” background_blend=”normal” allow_player_pause=”off” background_video_pause_outside_viewport=”on” text_shadow_style=”none” box_shadow_style=”none” text_shadow_horizontal_length=”0em” text_shadow_vertical_length=”0em” text_shadow_blur_strength=”0em”]<\/p>\n
A neuroma<\/em> is a painful trapped and swollen nerve found in the forefoot, often causing numbness or sharpness of the toes with patients reporting a burning or tingling sensation. Conservative and surgical treatment options are available and around 80% of patients are managed without surgery.<\/p>\n The condition was first described by an English Podiatrist in 1845 but named by an American Surgeon in 1876. The neuroma is a swelling and thickening of the nerve under your foot just before the toe web-space. When you walk the nerve is compressed and causes pain which usually is felt as a burning sensation which often radiates to the toes.<\/p>\n Conservative treatments for this condition often work well and if needed the recognised surgical treatment for Morton\u2019s neuroma is remove the swollen nerve. This will lead to some numbness of the adjacent toes but should not affect your mobility.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item _builder_version=”3.2.2″ title=”What Causes a Neuroma?” use_background_color_gradient=”off” background_color_gradient_start=”#2b87da” background_color_gradient_end=”#29c4a9″ background_color_gradient_type=”linear” background_color_gradient_direction=”180deg” background_color_gradient_direction_radial=”center” background_color_gradient_start_position=”0%” background_color_gradient_end_position=”100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”off” parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on” background_size=”cover” background_position=”center” background_repeat=”no-repeat” background_blend=”normal” allow_player_pause=”off” background_video_pause_outside_viewport=”on” text_shadow_style=”none” box_shadow_style=”none” text_shadow_horizontal_length=”0em” text_shadow_vertical_length=”0em” text_shadow_blur_strength=”0em”]<\/p>\n Morton’s neuroma is a fairly common condition, especially in females and it typically occurs when one of the nerves between the toe bones becomes irritated, causing it to become thicker.<\/p>\n The condition has been linked to:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item _builder_version=”3.2.2″ title=”What are the Treatment Options for a Neuroma? ” use_background_color_gradient=”off” background_color_gradient_start=”#2b87da” background_color_gradient_end=”#29c4a9″ background_color_gradient_type=”linear” background_color_gradient_direction=”180deg” background_color_gradient_direction_radial=”center” background_color_gradient_start_position=”0%” background_color_gradient_end_position=”100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”off” parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on” background_size=”cover” background_position=”center” background_repeat=”no-repeat” background_blend=”normal” allow_player_pause=”off” background_video_pause_outside_viewport=”on” text_shadow_style=”none” box_shadow_style=”none” text_shadow_horizontal_length=”0em” text_shadow_vertical_length=”0em” text_shadow_blur_strength=”0em”]<\/p>\n There are conservative and surgical solutions available to treat neuroma.<\/p>\n Non-surgical treatments (such as painkillers, custom orthoses and pain-relieving injections) can help ease the pain and discomfort caused by a neuroma and can often be successful. However, where there is severe discomfort surgical intervention is typically recommended when simple treatment has not worked.<\/p>\n Surgical treatment is recommended if you\u2019re suffering from severe pain from Morton\u2019s Neuroma.<\/p>\n The operation will take about 20 minutes and usually involves making an incision on top of the foot via which the nerve is removed.<\/p>\n Occasionally, this procedure is carried out via an incision under your foot and if this does happen you will need crutches after surgery.<\/p>\n As with any medical procedure there are risks which Mr. Kannegieter will always thoroughly explain to you prior to your treatment, so you can be informed every step of the way.<\/p>\n The main risks following surgery are:<\/p>\n Specific complications of Morton\u2019s Neuroma Surgery:<\/p>\n After the operation you will be taken back to the ward and given a drink and something to eat. You will be advised on taking painkillers and given a post-operative boot to wear. Once ready you will be discharged from the day surgery unit.<\/p>\n You should not drive after foot surgery and should be accompanied home by a responsible adult.<\/p>\n You will be advised of your follow up appointment date, either on the day or by letter in the post.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″][et_pb_image _builder_version=”3.0.106″ src=”https:\/\/kannfootsurgery.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/metatarsalgia-clean-400×284.jpg” show_in_lightbox=”off” url_new_window=”off” use_overlay=”off” always_center_on_mobile=”on” force_fullwidth=”off” show_bottom_space=”on” module_class=”no-shadow” \/][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.2.2″ module_class=”resources”]<\/p>\n Mr. Kannegieter has put together this useful PDF explaining what to expect from Surgery for Morton’s Neuroma.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”Download PDF here” _builder_version=”3.2.2″ title=”Download PDF here” url=”https:\/\/kannfootsurgery.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Kann-Foot-Surgery-Neuroma-Treatment.pdf” url_new_window=”on” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”%%71%%” use_circle=”off” use_circle_border=”off” icon_placement=”left” use_icon_font_size=”off” background_layout=”light” module_class=”download-pdf” \/][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” module_class=”cta-shadow” next_background_color=”rgba(224,11,0,0)” _builder_version=”3.0.106″ bottom_divider_style=”slant” bottom_divider_height=”220px” prev_background_color=”#000000″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_cta title=”Make An Appointment With Mr. Kannegieter today ” button_url=”\/contact” button_text=”Book Now” _builder_version=”3.0.106″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_start=”#0e71b8″ background_color_gradient_end=”#04385d” background_color_gradient_direction=”90deg” url_new_window=”off” use_background_color=”on” background_layout=”dark” custom_button=”off” button_icon_placement=”right” \/][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ background_color=”rgba(224,11,0,0)” _builder_version=”3.0.106″ bottom_divider_style=”slant” bottom_divider_color=”#0e71b8″ bottom_divider_height=”220px” prev_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)”][et_pb_row make_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”3.0.106″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.106″ text_orientation=”center” custom_padding=”||0px|”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_code admin_label=”instagram” _builder_version=”3.0.106″]\r\nMorton\u2019s Neuroma<\/h3>\n
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What Happens During Surgery?<\/h3>\n
Are there risks or side-effects following surgery to remove Morton\u2019s Neuroma?<\/h3>\n
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What Happens After Surgery?<\/h3>\n
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