Forefoot Injuries
Extensor Tendonitis is a common condition of the
forefoot caused when the tendons stretching over the top of the
foot to the toes become over-stressed and inflamed. The main
causes include tight shoelaces or shoes, falling of the arch or
over doing it while exercising. Treatment include stretching
the calf muscles and anti-inflammatory medications. More
severe cases may require surgery. To help prevent this in the
future make sure your shoes fit properly. Your podiatrist may
also recommend orthotics to help support and stabilize your
feet.
Morton's Neuromas are usually benign or
non-cancerous growths of nerve tissue between the third and fourth
toes of the forefoot. Repetitive stress, injury or irritation
can cause this condition by causing the tissue around a nerve
thickens and causes sharp, stabbing pain or numbness. To
prevent neuromas make sure your shoes fit properly and stretch and
warm-up before exercising. Treatment includes proper shoes,
icing and stretching as well as injections to relieve the pain and
irritation. Surgery may be requiredti remove the neuroma for
more severe cases.
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