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A common complaint and source of disability, Morton neuroma results from compression of the interdigital branches of plantar nerves. Conservative treatment options should be exhausted prior to surgical interventions.
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Which is the most common location for a Morton’s Neuroma? | Between the third and fourth toes (third web space) of the foot |
What structure frequently causes the compression? | Intermetatarsal ligament |
What structures are frequently compressed? | Interdigital branches from both medial and lateral plantar nerves |
What are the disadvantages to a plantar surgical approach ? | Increased wound problems, painful scar on the weight bearing surface of the foot |
What are some common nonoperative therapies? | Wide toe-box shoes, steroid injection, metatarsal pad |
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O’Donnell, S.W., Blankenhorn, B.D. (2018). Morton Neuroma. In: Eltorai, A., Eberson, C., Daniels, A. (eds) Essential Orthopedic Review. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-78387-1_95
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