Morton neuroma

Nov. 03, 2025

Morton neuroma care at Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic's foot and ankle specialists usually recommend conservative treatments first, turning to surgery only if more-conservative treatments aren't helpful. Integrated teams include doctors and other professionals dedicated to creating a personal treatment plan that takes all your needs into account.

Expertise and rankings

Morton neuroma is a common foot condition. Each year — across its three campuses in Arizona, Florida and Minnesota — Mayo Clinic healthcare professionals treat hundreds of people who have Morton neuroma.

Orthopedic surgeons at Mayo Clinic have extensive expertise in the types of injections and surgical approaches used to relieve the pain associated with Morton neuroma.

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