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The constant pressure
placed on the longer second toe while walking or standing
can lead to callus formation under the second metatarsal
head due to this excessive pressure.
Treatment and Prevention
Proper treatment of Morton's Toe starts with selecting
proper footwear. Footwear with a high and wide toe box
(toe area) is ideal for treating this condition. It may be
necessary to buy footwear a half size to a size larger to
accommodate the longer second toe.
Orthotics that feature arch support to keep the foot
aligned, and a metatarsal pad to reduce stress on the
ball-of-the-foot are often recommended when treating this
condition. Proper footwear combined with a effective
orthotic will provide relief from pain associated with
Morton's Toe. Your podiatric
physician/surgeon has been trained specifically and
extensively in the diagnosis and treatment of all manners
of foot conditions. This training encompasses all of the
intricately related systems and structures of the foot and
lower leg including neurological, circulatory, skin, and
the musculoskeletal system, which includes bones, joints,
ligaments, tendons, muscles, and nerves. |
Morton's Toe is a common
forefoot disorder where the second toe is longer than the
Big Toe (the Hallux).
