Project Description
Mortons Neuroma
Do you suffer from Mortons Neuroma?
Mortons Neuroma is compression/enlargement of the nerve that lies in between the heads/body of the longer bones in the foot.
Or
Mortons neuroma is a non cancerous growth of nerve tissue that grows in between your toes and may produce burning and shooting pain, numbness, tingling or mild discomfort.
Symptoms:
- Pain in the forefoot under balls of feet that radiates to affected toes
- Tingling & burning in toes
- Pain when wearing shoes
- Relief of pain when taking footwear off
Causes:
- Tight fitting shoes
- Narrow shoe toe box
- High arched feet
- Flat feet
- Bunions
Treatments
Treatment is tailored towards the cause. A change in footwear may be required but we can also assist by providing offloading devices and orthotics.
- Shoe modifications
- Additions to shoes to reduce pressure on the nerve
Treatment is tailored towards the cause. A change in footwear may be required but we can also assist by providing offloading devices and orthotics.
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FAQ's
We request that you pay the amount during the time of the consultation. We accept cash, cheques, or credit cards and have EFTPOS and HICAPS facilities, in which we can also accept Australian health funds and health care providers.
– If you are on an Enhanced Primary Care (EPC), you will need to bring a written referral from your General Practitioner (GP).
– If you are a private patient, then you do not need a referral.
All patients with chronic conditions are eligible for Medicare rebates for standard podiatry visits through the Medicare system. You will need to see your General Practitioner and ask for an Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) referral.
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