Ask the doctor: What can I do about foot pain caused by Morton's neuroma?
Morton's neuroma is about 10 times more common in women than in men. In most cases, narrow, pointed shoes and high heels cause the problem by producing inflammation and putting pressure on the ball of the foot. Less often, Morton's neuroma develops because of physical activities that cause traumatic stress to the foot, such as running or racquet sports.
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