Morton's Neuroma Pain

Janeaustenfan2012
Janeaustenfan2012 Posts: 3 Member
edited November 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
I'd like to get back to working out on the treadmill, but Morton's neuroma pain crops up after a few days.Any thoughts on how I can avoid the pain but still use the treadmill? Anyone found an support and wide walking shoe that you'd recommend?

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  • cajuntank
    cajuntank Posts: 924 Member
    Just some good running shoes worked for me. I went to one of those stores that analyze your stride, gate, etc... and after trying on a few pair, felt the Brooks brand was good for me. Also, make sure you don't walk barefoot too much or at all as this exacerbates it. I have to wear socks in the house and innersoles in my cheap work shoes. Had a cortisone shot in the foot and that helped, but will "feel" it sometimes if I do a lot of squatting due to wearing hard weighlifting shoes too much.
  • sofaking6
    sofaking6 Posts: 4,589 Member
    Get the cortisone shot! It's been a lifesaver for me. I know I've been really lucky with having a great reaction to it (completely wipes out the pain and lasts about a year) but seriously that stuff is a awesome and it does not hurt, it's a teeny little shot.

    Otherwise, these are the kind of inserts you want:
    http://www.footsmart.com/Ailments/Mortons-Neuroma/Cushions-Pads

    Because they will relieve the pressure on the neuroma itself. Regular inserts will not help the Morton's pain. You might even ask a doctor if they can prescribe some inserts - mine offered to if the shot didn't help and I think insurance would have at least pitched in.
  • Cherimoose
    Cherimoose Posts: 5,208 Member
    In addition to a pad under the metatarsal head, i'd also wear shoes with a zero "heel to toe drop", like skateboard shoes. That goes for your non-exercise shoes too. Most shoes have a raised heel, which puts more weight on the forefoot.

    When you sit, keep your feet flat on the floor - don't bend at the toes.
  • GiddyupTim
    GiddyupTim Posts: 2,819 Member
    Definitely get some of the metatarsal pads. I got a pair. That has been all I need.
  • brookewade0115
    brookewade0115 Posts: 1 Member
    I had a cortisone shot and it did great for 2 years. I also have an insole the doctor gave me for my foot with the neuroma and that has helped a lot.
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