Metatarsalgia Health Dictionary

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Metatarsalgia: From 3 Different Sources

Pain in the foot.

Causes include fracture of a metatarsal bone, flatfeet, or neuroma of a nerve in the foot.

Health Source: BMA Medical Dictionary
Author: The British Medical Association
Pain affecting the metatarsal region of the foot. It is common in adolescents, and associated with FLAT-FOOT; in adults it may be a manifestation of RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS. Morton’s metatarsalgia is a form associated usually with the nerve to the second toe cleft, often induced by the compression of tight shoes.
Health Source: Medical Dictionary
Author: Health Dictionary
n. aching pain in the metatarsal bones of the foot. It usually arises beneath the metatarsal heads in the transverse plantar arch. Repeated injury, arthritis (particularly rheumatoid), and deformities of the foot are common causes, and corrective footwear and insoles may be prescribed.
Health Source: Oxford | Concise Colour Medical Dictionary
Author: Jonathan Law, Elizabeth Martin

Feet – Pain In

(Metatarsalgia)

Causes: foot-strain, deformity, osteoporosis, high heels throwing the body out of its normal posture, tight shoes.

Feet are often painful because one or more of the bones are out of alignment and which may be adjusted by simple osteopathy. The process can be assisted by foot-baths of Chamomile flowers, Arnica flowers, or Comfrey to relax muscles and tendons.

Alternatives. Alfalfa, Chaparral, Ligvites, Prickly Ash.

Topical. Aromatherapy. (Sensitive feet) Oils of Pine, Eucalyptus or Thyme – 6 drops, any one, to 2 teaspoons Almond oil. Warm. Massage into foot and wrap round with damp hot towel.

General. Acupuncture. Shoes should be bought in the afternoon, particularly if feet swell during the day. Shoes that fit well in the morning may have become too tight by tea-time. ... feet – pain in


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