Morton’s Neuroma Clinic in London (Foot & Forefoot)
Get a precise diagnosis and a personalised treatment plan for Morton’s neuroma. Our podiatry-led clinic combines biomechanical assessment, gait analysis, and targeted rehabilitation to relieve pain, restore foot function, and reduce the risk of recurrence. As a centrally located London clinic, we provide fast access to evidence-based care for runners, walkers, and active athletes.
What do we treat?
We focus exclusively on the foot and forefoot, managing both sudden injuries and persistent overload problems:
- Morton’s neuroma — targeted offloading, footwear/toe-box optimisation, and forefoot strengthening to reduce nerve compression and relieve pain.
- Forefoot pain & metatarsalgia — addressing pressure points, cushioning, and strengthening to restore comfort and function.
- Plantar fasciitis / heel pain — early offloading, taping, and progressive loading; clear milestones to pain-free steps.
- Achilles tendinopathy — stage-appropriate tendon loading (isometric → isotonic → energy-storage), calf strengthening, and return-to-run criteria.
- Ankle sprains & instability — swelling/pain control, balance/proprioception work, and graded exposure to cutting/landing tasks.
- Shin pain — including medial tibial stress/shin splints; we address training spikes, footwear, and bone-stress risk.
If imaging, injections, or surgical opinions might change management, we’ll coordinate referrals while continuing your rehab pathway.
Your Morton’s Neuroma Assessment
A structured assessment sets the foundation for effective care:
- History & goals — symptoms, activity levels, training volume, footwear habits, and upcoming events.
- Clinical testing — palpation of the forefoot, range of motion, toe and metatarsal strength, and nerve compression tests, with balance and proprioception screens.
- Gait & footwear review — treadmill or functional observation plus shoe wear patterns to identify pressure points contributing to neuroma pain.
- Decision on further tests — scans are recommended only when they’ll influence treatment.
- Plan & timeline — you’ll leave with a clear diagnosis, staged treatment plan, and return-to-activity checkpoints.
Treatment that fits your lifestyle and activity
Load management
We reduce forefoot pressure without compromising overall activity. Expect precise guidance on walking/running volume, intensity, surface choice, and step targets.
Targeted rehabilitation
Short, effective programmes you’ll actually complete — usually 3–5 exercises that progress over time:
- Forefoot and intrinsic foot strengthening
- Calf complex exercises to support foot mechanics
- Balance, hopping, and change-of-direction drills to reduce overload on the forefoot
- Foot placement and gait adjustments for runners and walkers
Manual therapy & taping
Hands-on treatment and taping can relieve nerve compression, helping you perform your rehab with less irritation.
Footwear & orthoses
Advice on shoe models (toe-box width, cushioning, drop) and temporary or custom orthoses when they genuinely reduce pain and improve comfort.
Return-to-sport criteria
Objective markers — pain thresholds, strength levels, hop tests, and functional drills — ensure your return to walking, running, or sports is safe, measurable, and confident.
Runners, walkers, and active athletes welcome
Whether you’re increasing training, returning from injury, or managing foot discomfort, our Morton’s neuroma assessments ensure treatment fits your lifestyle. Many patients book reviews around activity changes or flare-ups to stay ahead of pain and avoid worsening symptoms.
Prevention and management tips
- Reduce repetitive pressure on the forefoot
- Choose and rotate footwear with a wide toe box
- Maintain foot and calf strength, and stretch the plantar fascia regularly
Act early on warning signs: burning, tingling, or numbness between toes, or pain when walking
Why choose City Foot Health?
- Podiatry-led expertise in foot and forefoot conditions
- Clear communication diagnosis, treatment timelines, and guidance between visits
Central location — convenient access for pre-work, lunch, or evening appointments at 38 Lombard Street, London EC3V 9BS