Neuroma Treatment and Surgery Specialist in Orange County

 

Information on Neuroma care from your Neuroma Specialist Doctor in Irvine California , Orange County

 

A neuroma is an enlargement of a nerve.

Causes of a Neuroma Pain

 

Initial inflammatory reaction resulting in scarring or fibrosis around the nerve.
Compression of the nerve segment occurs.
Flat-feet, high arched feet, high heel shoes, narrow shoes, pointed shoes, and
certain repetitive physical activities can result in the formation of a neuroma.

Symptoms of a Neuroma in the Foot

 

Sharp or achy pain in the front part of the foot at the base of the toes.
Numbness, tingling, or a pins and needles feeling of the toes.
A sensation of feeling a lump on the bottom of the forefoot.
A feeling as if the sock is bunched up beneath the foot.
Feeling a clicking sensation when walking.
No signs of redness or edema.

Treatment of a Neuroma

 

A proper history and physical examination by a neuroma specialist.

Tests such as Ultrasound or an MRI may be necessary to clearly make the diagnosis.

Conservative treatments include changes or modifications of shoe gear, orthotics,
foot padding, and the use of anti-inflammatory medication. Injections with steroid
or alcohol can shrink the neuroma.

Surgery to Remove the Neuroma in the Foot

Surgical treatment of neuroma may be needed to take out the neuroma.

 
Picture of Neuroma after surgical excision done by Dr. Kolodenker, Neuroma specialist in Orange County
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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