Morton's Neuroma

[De Winne]

I have suffered with MN for years and read all the research over and over. I concluded there was no really successful treatment. I have bought MANY pairs of shoes including the much touted New Balance and the longest I could be on my feet is about two hours, which is too limiting for me. I researched shoes and wound up buying a pair of Croc Captivas (flip flops) which have a wonderful padding the full length of the shoe and the shoe sole is level. My heel rests slightly below my toes so there is no pressure on the toes. I have worn them all day, every day for three weeks and have had no pain. I also bought a pair of Earth Exer-Fit flip flops which has the heel 3.7 degrees lower than the toes. The ball of the foot and toes are cushioned so well, it feels almost like a pillow. I have not worn these as much, but have had no pain with them either. I have no financial interest in either of these companies. I am just so happy to be pain free, I would like everyone to be. if your feet hurt, your whole body hurts. Best wishes.

[millerj2k2]

How wide are your feet? I had earth shoes years ago and have considered them again, but not sure if my fat foot will handle them. Thanks for the info!

[Lawace]

Thanks for the tips....I can't wear Crocs to work....any suggestions for something more formal for men?

[millerj2k2]

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They have a lot of different styles for men and women. I googled, "Are earth shoes good for Morton's neuroma?" and a lot of people said these shoes are a great way to treat it. So, I'm gonna go for it and see if it helps. It definitely gives me much better options than the orthotics that the podiatrist has given me.

[JVukovich]

I am just venturing out to find comfortable shoes, thank you for the input.

[met9lp]

i have not been formally diagnosed, but my MD brother, a Family Practicioner, suspects i have MN in both feet. I was shopping for shoes at my local Z-Coil store, and came to find out that I have been wearing shoes too small. I always buy New Balance and wear them til they die, so i got another pair, 1/2 size bigger.
i'm on my feet(on concrete) 10-12 hours/day. in 2 days, i am already seeing and feeling relief. Perhaps it's the newest technology in NB shoes. But i also think it's the fact that my feet can spread out more as i walk. i'll try to keep y'all posted.
just a side note...my feet do better when i wear flip-flops ilo closed-toe shoes, when i'm away from work.