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Post a new topicby contentuser on Wed Oct 21, 2009 10:14 am

Questions to Ask Your Doctor about Morton's Neuroma(Free Handout)



Treatment

In most cases, initial treatment consists of padding and taping to disperse weight away from the neuroma If the patient has flatfeet, an arch support is incorporated. The patient is instructed to wear shoes with wide toe boxes and avoid shoes with high heels. An injection of local anesthetic to relieve pain and a corticosteroid to reduce inflammation may be administered. The patient is advised to return in a ...Read the full article
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