Metatarsalgia is defined as pain in the forefoot under one or more metatarsal heads.
There are three groups:
Primary: due to anatomical issues between the MT and other parts of the foo...
Pain gradually develops and persists over the heads of one or more metatarsals. Pain is usually on the plantar surface and worse during midstance gait phase.
Pain is often chronic.
Pred...
Relieve pain.
Ice initially
Rest: temporary alteration of weight-bearing activity; use of cane or crutch. For more physically active pati...
Birbilis T, Theodoropoulou E, Koulalis D. Forefoot complaints—the Morton’s metatarsalgia. The role of MR imaging. Acta Medica (...
M77.40 Metatarsalgia, unspecified foot
G57.60 Lesion of plantar nerve, unspecified lower limb
M77.42 Metatarsalgia, left foot
M77.41 Metatarsalgia, right foot
G57.61 Lesion of plantar nerve, ri...
Metatarsalgia refers to pain of the plantar surface of the forefoot in the region of the metatarsal heads.
Metatarsalgia is common in athletes who participate in high-impact sports invo...
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