Morton’s Neuroma
Morton’s Neuroma Surgery in Hawaii
Morton’s neuroma surgery is performed to treat chronic nerve irritation in the forefoot, most commonly between the third and fourth toes. The condition causes burning pain, numbness, or a sensation of walking on a pebble.
Surgery is considered when symptoms persist despite shoe modification, activity changes, injections, or other non-surgical treatments.
How Surgery Is Performed
Surgery involves addressing the irritated nerve by releasing surrounding structures or removing the affected nerve segment, depending on symptom severity and prior treatment response.
Goals of surgery include:
Relieving nerve compression and pain
Eliminating burning or radiating forefoot symptoms
Improving walking tolerance and shoe comfort
Preventing recurrence of nerve irritation
Recovery After Surgery
Recovery focuses on soft-tissue healing and gradual return to activity.
Typical recovery progression includes:
Early protected weight bearing in a postoperative shoe
Gradual transition to regular footwear as swelling improves
Physical therapy focused on gait normalization and forefoot mobility
Return to normal activities over several weeks
Risks and Considerations
Risks include persistent numbness, stump neuroma formation, infection, or incomplete symptom relief. Some degree of permanent numbness in the toes is expected if nerve excision is performed.
Office Location
30 Aulike St. Suite 201
Kailua, HI 96734
Contact Information
scheduling@windortho.net
(808) 261-4658
Surgical Facilities
Castle Medical Center
Windward Surgery Center
