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Morton's Neuroma Treatment in Glen Iris

Expert podiatry for Morton’s neuroma and forefoot nerve pain — in-clinic and in-home across Glen Iris.

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Suffering From Morton's Neuroma in Glen Iris?

Morton’s Neuroma is a painful condition affecting the ball of your foot, most commonly between the third and fourth toes. It’s not actually a tumor, but rather a thickening of the tissue surrounding one of the nerves leading to your toes. This thickening occurs due to irritation or compression of the nerve, leading to significant discomfort.

At GRIT Physio & Podiatry in Glen Iris, we understand the debilitating impact Morton’s Neuroma can have on your daily life. Our expert team is dedicated to providing accurate diagnosis and effective treatment to help you regain comfort and mobility.

Common Symptoms & Causes Of Morton's Neuroma

  • Sharp, burning pain: Often felt in the ball of your foot, particularly between the third and fourth toes.
  • Feeling like walking on a marble or stone: Many individuals describe a sensation as if there's a pebble or bunched-up sock under their foot.
  • Tingling or numbness: A pins-and-needles sensation or complete numbness may spread into the affected toes.
  • Pain that increases with activity: Symptoms tend to intensify during activities that put pressure on the forefoot, such as walking, running, or standing for prolonged periods.
  • Clicking sensation: You might experience a clicking sound or feeling in the forefoot when walking.
  • Pain relief with rest: Symptoms often subside when you rest your foot or remove your shoes.

Our Morton's Neuroma Treatment Approach

Every patient is different. We start with a thorough assessment to understand exactly what’s causing your pain — then build a personalised treatment plan around your goals, lifestyle, and timeline.

  • Conservative Management: Activity modification and footwear changes to reduce nerve compression and pain.
  • Custom Orthotic Prescription: Metatarsal padding orthotics to offload the interdigital nerve and reduce compression.
  • Footwear Assessment: Expert advice on wide toe-box footwear to reduce forefoot compression.
  • Manual Therapy: Soft tissue mobilisation and joint mobilisation to reduce local inflammation.
  • Dry Needling: Targeted needling to release tight intrinsic foot muscles contributing to nerve compression.
  • Corticosteroid Injection Referral: Referral for injection or surgical consultation when conservative care is insufficient.

In-Clinic & In-Home Available

We treat patients both at our Glen Iris clinic and in the comfort of your own home — ideal for patients who find it difficult to travel.

NDIS Participants Welcome — We work with self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants. Contact us to discuss your funding options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Morton’s Neuroma is a painful condition affecting the ball of your foot, most commonly the area between your third and fourth toes. It involves a thickening of the tissue around one of the nerves leading to your toes, causing sharp, burning pain, numbness, or a feeling like you’re standing on a pebble.
It’s typically caused by irritation, pressure, or injury to the nerve. Factors like wearing tight or high-heeled shoes, repetitive stress from activities, or certain foot deformities can contribute to its development by compressing the nerve.
Diagnosis usually involves a thorough clinical examination, where we assess your symptoms and perform specific tests to reproduce the pain. Imaging such as ultrasound or MRI can confirm the diagnosis and rule out other conditions.
Recovery time varies based on severity and how long the condition has been present. With consistent, evidence-based treatment, many patients experience significant improvement within 6-12 weeks, though chronic cases may require a longer rehabilitation period.
Absolutely. The vast majority of Morton’s Neuroma cases respond very well to conservative treatments. Our approach focuses on addressing the root causes through footwear modifications, orthotics, manual therapy, and specific exercises, often avoiding the need for surgery.
Footwear is a major contributing factor. Shoes that are too narrow, have high heels, or lack adequate support can compress the forefoot and aggravate the nerve. Proper footwear assessment and selection are crucial for both treatment and prevention.

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