Morton's neuroma primary prevention

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sara Mohsin, M.D.[2]

Overview

Primary preventive measures for morton's neuroma include avoiding ill-fitting shoes, high heels, overpronation, high-impact sports such as rock-climbing, ballet dancing and wearing shoes with a wide toe box.

Primary Prevention

Primary preventive measures for morton's neuroma include:

• Avoiding ill-fitting shoes
• Avoiding high heels
• Avoiding overpronation
• Avoiding high-impact sports such as:
  • Rock-climbing
  • Ballet dancing
• Wearing comfortable shoes with:
  • Wide toe box with plenty of toe space
  • Low heels
  • Good arch support

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