Thursday, March 27, 2008

Shot in the Foot

Ever get a tingling, burning or numbness feeling...IN YOUR FOOT?

Neuroma happens when the bones of 2 toes rub against one another, pinching the nerve in btwn. Too-narrow shoes, which cram toes together, are often to blame; or performing certain aggravating activities.

:Treatment Options:
+ Cortisone injections to reduce pain;
+ Alcohol shot which destroys a portion of the nerve;
- Surgery to cut out the nerve.
- Stop wearing high-heeled shoes.

Don't be embarrassed if you see MicHael's left foot staggering on the frisbee field; he recently took the sobering step of an alcohol shot.

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