Background Morton's neuroma is a common cause of forefoot pain, typically occurring in the third metatarsal space and characterized by symptomatic nerve compression. This condition often leads to significant functional impairment, affecting weight-bearing activities and limiting appropriate footwear due to pain and discomfort. Objective This study aims to evaluate the outcomes of conservative interventional treatment for Morton's neuroma, specifically focusing on corticosteroid injections. Methodology We reviewed 10 cases of Morton's neuroma in the field of physical medicine and rehabilitation. The average age of the patients was 45 years, with a higher prevalence among females. Diagnoses were confirmed through clinical assessment and ultrasound imaging. Results All 10 patients (100%) received conservative interventional treatment with corticosteroid injections. This approach effectively alleviated symptoms in 9 out of 10 patients (90%). Surgical options were considered only if symptoms did not improve with this treatment. Conclusions All 10 patients (100%) were treated with corticosteroid injections, which alleviated symptoms in 9 out of 10 patients (90%). Surgical options were considered only if this treatment was insufficient. This analysis highlights the effectiveness of this approach as a first-line management strategy for Morton's neuroma.
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Cureus
December 2024
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Medicine of Oujda, Mohammed VI University Hospital of Oujda, Mohammed First University of Oujda, Oujda, MAR.
Background Morton's neuroma is a common cause of forefoot pain, typically occurring in the third metatarsal space and characterized by symptomatic nerve compression. This condition often leads to significant functional impairment, affecting weight-bearing activities and limiting appropriate footwear due to pain and discomfort. Objective This study aims to evaluate the outcomes of conservative interventional treatment for Morton's neuroma, specifically focusing on corticosteroid injections.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPurpose: The interdigital nerve neuroma of the forefoot is commonly known as Morton's Neuroma. Many authors have described and treated this condition before and after Morton. This study aims to investigate the past scientific literature to better understand what comprehension and treatments have been used to master this pathology.
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November 2024
Institute for Research on Musculoskeletal Disorders, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Catholic University of Valencia, Valencia, Spain.
Objective: Morton's neuroma presents a challenge in terms of pain management. This study aimed to evaluate the available evidence on the efficacy and safety of radiofrequency ablation for Morton's neuroma.
Design: PRISMA guidelines were followed.
Pain
November 2024
Nuffield Department of Clinical Neuroscience, John Radcliffe Hospital, University of Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom.
Focal nerve injuries are often associated with neuropathic pain. Preclinical research suggests altered neuroimmune signalling underlies such neuropathic pain; however, its cause remains poorly understood in humans. In this multicentre cohort study, we describe the local cellular and molecular signature of neuropathic pain at the lesion site, using Morton's neuroma as a human model system of neuropathic pain (n = 22; 18 women) compared with nerves from participants without nerve injury (n = 11; 4 women).
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October 2024
Department of Allied Health Professions, Midwifery and Social Work, University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield, United Kingdom.
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