Re: Morton's Neuroma

In my experience, it is not unusual for a patient who has bunions to also have a neuroma. Ehr weight distribution is shifted by the bunion deformity and theis results in pressure on the nerves causing the swelling we refer to as a neuroma.

Cortisone is a useful medication, but no one can be sure if it will help or not. I will not put more than 3 shots in one location. The side effects off too many can include atrophy (thinning of the skin).

As far as the location of the incision, I have done them either way, depending on the individual situation. Surgery is an art and each doctor approaches a procedure based on what they have learned and integrates that with what they know about their patient.

Posted By Vivian Abrams DPM on December 24, 2004 at 22:23:27:

In Reply to: Morton's Neuroma posted by Lorry on December 21, 2004 at 12:28:13:

Dr. Vivian Abrams, DPM
Podiatrist
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