Morton’s Neuroma - Podiatrist in Melville, Dix Hills, Huntington, NY - Matthew Tavroff, DPM

Podiatrist Dr. Matthew Tavroff of ETL Podiatry discusses the symptoms, causes and treatments for Morton’s Neuroma.
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Podiatry in Melville, Dix Hills, Huntington, NY - Briarwood, Flushing, Kew Gardens, Queens

What is a Neuroma?
A neuroma is an abnormality of a nerve that has been damaged either by trauma or as a result of an abnormality of the foot. Neuromas occur most often in the ball of the foot, causing a pinched and inflamed nerve. In cases of chronic nerve pain from neuromas, surgery may be recommended.
During neuroma procedures, an incision is made on the top of the foot in the location of the neuroma, usually between the second and third toes or between the third and fourth toes. After the nerve is located, the surgeon cuts and removes it.
Neuroma surgery is generally performed on a same-day outpatient basis in the doctor's office or a surgery