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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Metatarsalgia | |||
| synonyms = | |||
| pronunciation = | |||
| specialty = [[Podiatry]], [[Orthopedics]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Pain]] in the [[ball of the foot]], [[inflammation]] | |||
| complications = | |||
| onset = | |||
| duration = | |||
| types = | |||
| causes = [[Overuse]], [[foot deformities]], [[ill-fitting footwear]] | |||
| risks = [[High-impact sports]], [[obesity]], [[aging]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[X-ray]] | |||
| differential = [[Morton's neuroma]], [[stress fracture]], [[arthritis]] | |||
| prevention = Proper footwear, [[orthotics]], weight management | |||
| treatment = Rest, [[ice]], [[pain relievers]], [[physical therapy]] | |||
| medication = [[Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs]] (NSAIDs) | |||
| prognosis = Generally good with treatment | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
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'''Metatarsalgia''' is a condition characterized by pain and inflammation in the ball of the foot. It is often associated with high impact activities and certain foot shapes or conditions. | '''Metatarsalgia''' is a condition characterized by pain and inflammation in the ball of the foot. It is often associated with high impact activities and certain foot shapes or conditions. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
[[Metatarsalgia]] is often caused by overuse injuries during high impact sports, foot deformities, or shoes that do not fit properly. Other causes can include [[obesity]], [[stress fractures]], [[Morton's neuroma]], and [[arthritis]]. | [[Metatarsalgia]] is often caused by overuse injuries during high impact sports, foot deformities, or shoes that do not fit properly. Other causes can include [[obesity]], [[stress fractures]], [[Morton's neuroma]], and [[arthritis]]. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The primary symptom of metatarsalgia is pain at the end of one or more of the [[metatarsal bones]]. The pain is usually present during walking or running and can be accompanied by a sharp, aching or burning sensation, or a feeling of having a pebble in your shoe. | The primary symptom of metatarsalgia is pain at the end of one or more of the [[metatarsal bones]]. The pain is usually present during walking or running and can be accompanied by a sharp, aching or burning sensation, or a feeling of having a pebble in your shoe. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of metatarsalgia begins with a physical examination of the foot. The doctor may also order [[X-rays]], [[ultrasound]], or [[MRI]] to rule out other conditions. | Diagnosis of metatarsalgia begins with a physical examination of the foot. The doctor may also order [[X-rays]], [[ultrasound]], or [[MRI]] to rule out other conditions. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for metatarsalgia focuses on relieving the pain and inflammation. This can be achieved through rest, ice, over-the-counter pain relievers, and shoe inserts. In severe cases, surgery may be required. | Treatment for metatarsalgia focuses on relieving the pain and inflammation. This can be achieved through rest, ice, over-the-counter pain relievers, and shoe inserts. In severe cases, surgery may be required. | ||
== Prevention == | == Prevention == | ||
Prevention strategies for metatarsalgia include wearing properly fitting shoes, maintaining a healthy weight, and avoiding high impact activities. | Prevention strategies for metatarsalgia include wearing properly fitting shoes, maintaining a healthy weight, and avoiding high impact activities. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Foot pain]] | * [[Foot pain]] | ||
* [[Morton's neuroma]] | * [[Morton's neuroma]] | ||
* [[Stress fractures]] | * [[Stress fractures]] | ||
[[Category:Health]] | [[Category:Health]] | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Foot conditions]] | [[Category:Foot conditions]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 00:30, 4 April 2025
| Metatarsalgia | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | Podiatry, Orthopedics |
| Symptoms | Pain in the ball of the foot, inflammation |
| Complications | |
| Onset | |
| Duration | |
| Types | |
| Causes | Overuse, foot deformities, ill-fitting footwear |
| Risks | High-impact sports, obesity, aging |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, X-ray |
| Differential diagnosis | Morton's neuroma, stress fracture, arthritis |
| Prevention | Proper footwear, orthotics, weight management |
| Treatment | Rest, ice, pain relievers, physical therapy |
| Medication | Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) |
| Prognosis | Generally good with treatment |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | N/A |
Metatarsalgia is a condition characterized by pain and inflammation in the ball of the foot. It is often associated with high impact activities and certain foot shapes or conditions.
Causes[edit]
Metatarsalgia is often caused by overuse injuries during high impact sports, foot deformities, or shoes that do not fit properly. Other causes can include obesity, stress fractures, Morton's neuroma, and arthritis.
Symptoms[edit]
The primary symptom of metatarsalgia is pain at the end of one or more of the metatarsal bones. The pain is usually present during walking or running and can be accompanied by a sharp, aching or burning sensation, or a feeling of having a pebble in your shoe.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of metatarsalgia begins with a physical examination of the foot. The doctor may also order X-rays, ultrasound, or MRI to rule out other conditions.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for metatarsalgia focuses on relieving the pain and inflammation. This can be achieved through rest, ice, over-the-counter pain relievers, and shoe inserts. In severe cases, surgery may be required.
Prevention[edit]
Prevention strategies for metatarsalgia include wearing properly fitting shoes, maintaining a healthy weight, and avoiding high impact activities.
