Morton Neuroma is the inflammation of a nerve due to the compression of surrounding bones. It most commonly occurs between the third and fourth toes at the ball of the feet. Possible causes include flat feet and wearing shoes that do not fit properly. More women will suffer from this type of neuroma from wearing pointed, high-heeled shoes that constrict the toes.

Patients will usually notice symptoms of Morton's neuroma during or after pressure has been placed on the balls of the feet by doing such activities as standing, walking, and running. Some of the most frequently described symptoms are:

• Localized pain between the toes (dull or sharp)
• Burning
• Loss of sensation
• Tingling
• Cramping
• Inflammation
• Sore to the touch