Réhabital
Morton’s Neuroma Treatment
Burning between the third and fourth toes, the feeling of a pebble in your shoe, instant relief the moment the shoe comes off — that pattern strongly suggests Morton's neuroma.
Book an AppointmentUnderstanding This Condition
Morton's neuroma is a fibrous thickening of the interdigital nerve, most often in the third intermetatarsal space. It is not a tumour but the nerve's reaction to repeated compression between the metatarsal heads and the transverse intermetatarsal ligament. Narrow or high-heeled shoes increase that compression, as do a widened forefoot, a collapsed transverse arch or running overload. The good news: most cases improve with footwear changes, manual foot work and intrinsic strengthening.
Common Symptoms
Common Causes
Narrow or heeled shoes
They compress the metatarsal heads and reduce the space available for the nerve.
Collapsed transverse arch
Loss of support increases direct pressure on the interdigital nerves.
Activity overload
Running, dance and repetitive impact sports raise forefoot stress.
Biomechanical variations
Bunions, clawed toes and excessive pronation change load distribution.
Our Treatment Approach
Assessment confirms the diagnosis with Mulder's squeeze test and examination of foot and ankle mechanics. Treatment starts with footwear: wide toe box, flexible sole, lower heel. We add a correctly placed metatarsal pad, which spreads the metatarsal heads and often relieves symptoms immediately. Osteopathy mobilises the metatarsals, cuboid and ankle to restore forefoot suppleness, while physiotherapy strengthens the intrinsic foot muscles and calves. Massage and soft tissue work reduce plantar tension. If conservative care fails, guided injection or surgery can be discussed with a specialist.
What to Expect at Your First Visit
A 60 minute initial session including footwear analysis — bring the shoes you wear most. Many patients feel relief as soon as the metatarsal pad is added, with progressive improvement over six to twelve weeks.
At-Home Self-Care Tips
- Choose shoes with a wide forefoot and low heel.
- Use a metatarsal pad placed behind the metatarsal heads.
- Massage the sole with a ball after walking.
- Strengthen intrinsic muscles (towel scrunches with the toes).
- Temporarily reduce impact activities.
Prognosis & Recovery Timeline
Most neuromas improve substantially with conservative care, especially when footwear is changed early. Larger neuromas respond less well and may need intervention.
When to See Us at Réhabital
Come in as soon as pain limits walking. Progressive numbness of the whole foot or weakness warrants broader assessment.
Why Réhabital Clinic
We treat the whole foot — footwear, metatarsal mobility, intrinsic strength and ankle mechanics — rather than the painful spot alone.
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D4-5800 Cavendish Blvd
Côte Saint-Luc, QC H4W 2T5
Phone
(438) 842-3550Hours
Mon–Fri: 10AM–8PM
Sun: 10AM–4PM
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