With in-house imaging and experienced podiatrists, getting back on your feet and free from nerve pain has never been easier.
A neuroma, also known as a Morton’s neuroma, is a benign nerve tumor that thickens the tissue around the nerve in your foot, typically between the third and fourth toes causing it to become pinched.
What does a neuroma feel like?
- A feeling of a "pebble in your shoe" or "hot knife" on the skin of your toes
- Pain that worsens when wearing tight or high-heeled shoes
- Pain that improves when removing shoes or massaging the affected area
Many people end up spending money on shoes, gadgets and treatments before getting the cause of their neuroma diagnosed, this can lead to choosing the wrong treatment. Instead of addressing the underlying cause, they end up treating the symptoms.
Getting your neuroma diagnosed by a podiatrist can help by:
- Saving you hundreds (if not thousands) on unnecessary imaging and tests
- Ensuring you get the proper treatment from the start
- Avoiding wasted time on ineffective orthotics or devices
- Preventing your neuroma from progressing to the point of surgery
Our podiatry offices have everything you need to get relief from neuroma pain, from experienced and knowledgeable practitioners, to a wide range of treatment options and state-of-the-art facilities.
- Board Certified Podiatrists
- In-house Imaging
- Conservative Treatments (orthotics, steroids and bracing)
- Cryogenic Neuroablation (Cryosurgery)
If your feeling burning, tingling and numbness, it is important to see a podiatrist as soon as possible because neuromas can become more severe over time and may require more extensive treatment. Early intervention can help to reduce pain and prevent the condition from worsening.
Give us a call if you are experiencing:
- Burning, tingling or numbness in the toes
- Difficulty walking
- A change in shape of your foot
Chris Suykerbuyk DPM
Chris Suykerbuyk, DPM, is a skilled podiatrist practicing at AZ Choice Foot and Ankle, located in Gilbert, Arizona. He has been caring for families and individuals in the Valley for over nine years.
Dr. Suykerbuyk received his undergraduate degree in biology from Hillsdale College in Michigan and his medical degree from The Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in Illinois. He completed a residency in forefoot, rearfoot, and ankle surgery at the Carl T. Hayden VA in Phoenix, Arizona, and began practicing in Gilbert shortly thereafter.
Dr. Suykerbuyk maintains the highest levels of accreditation and pursues ongoing education to stay abreast of the latest trends in the medical field. He is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and is board certified in foot surgery. He specializes in sports injuries, arthroscopic repair , bunions, diabetic foot care, and reconstructive surgery of the foot and ankle.
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AZ Choice Foot and Ankle
2730 S Val Vista Dr Building 7 Suite 136
Gilbert, AZ 85295
