When you’re looking for shoes for Morton’s neuroma, you should always look for wide-fitting shoes. The best shoes for a neuroma have a wide toe-box which prevents pressure and direct impact on the forefoot. A wide-fitting shoe will also prevent your toes from overlapping.
Keeping this in view, are arch shoes good for Morton’s neuroma?
Morton’s Neuroma Treatment Plan
This can help reduce the pressure on the irritated nerve. Adding arch supports or insoles to your shoes can also help reduce pressure and irritation. Injections of corticosteroid medication can also relieve some of the pain and swelling.
Correspondingly, what happens if Morton’s neuroma goes untreated?
Morton’s neuroma pain is a sign that the digital nerve is in distress. Left untreated, this neuroma can lead to permanent tingling or numbness in the foot. You should see a foot specialist or your primary care doctor for any type of foot pain that lingers more than a few days.
Can Flip Flops Cause Morton’s neuroma?
Morton’s neuroma is a benign growth of nerves between the third and fourth toes that become irritated when footwear rubs against it. The gripping needed to keep on flip flops can also speed up development of this painful foot condition.
Are Clarks good for Morton’s neuroma?
Shoes with wide toe box
Compression of the foot is a major aggravating cause of Morton’s neuroma; we therefore do not recommend shoes with a narrow toe box. Shoes by Mephisto, Hotter and Clarks (e.g. Clarks Wave) often offer good support with a wide toe box.
What is the best insert for Morton’s neuroma?
Made with a Flexalign construction, the Spenco Ironman Flexalign Neutral Arch Support Insoles are designed to take most of the shock away from the balls of your feet, making them our top pick for reducing pain related to Morton’s neuroma.
Will stretching foot help Morton’s neuroma?
Stretches. Stretching the connective tissue in the foot can decrease the stress placed on your neuroma. All stretches should be held for at least 10 seconds to provide the most benefit.