Metatarsalgia

Does standing on tiptoe make you wince with pain? You may have metatarsalgia, or inflammation of the ball of the foot.

Metatarsalgia Symptoms

Metatarsalgia can make your feet extremely uncomfortable, with symptoms including:

Sharp pain or dull ache just behind the toes on the ball of the foot.
Pain that worsens while walking, running or jumping and improves when at rest.
Numbness or pain in the toes.
Pain in the feet that worsens when barefoot.

Causes of Metatarsalgia

While there is occasionally one singular cause for metatarsalgia, it is typically caused by several factors, including:

Improper foot alignment
Improper walking mechanics
Unusual foot shape
Hammertoe
Intense training and activity
Bunions
Excess weight
Tight shoes
Morton’s Neuroma
Stress fractures

Often pain in the foot can be healed with a day or two of rest, some ice and over-the-counter pain medication. However, if your pain is severe or ongoing, it may be time to see one of our experienced Wisconsin podiatrists.

Get Back on Your Feet with Foot & Ankle Associates of Wisconsin

Call us at (262) 542-3779 to schedule an appointment today.