title: Metatarsalgia.
abstract: Metatarsalgia is a complex entity requiring specific diagnoses and appropriate management, which may include shoe modifications and inserts. Metatarsalgia, pain in the metatarsal head areas, has a variety of specific causes, including mechanical, neurogenic, vascular, and inflammatory conditions. Many problems may be treated successfully with shoe modifications and inserts. Surgical intervention may be appropriate in advanced and recalcitrant cases.
authors: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee.
authors: J S
authors: JS
authors: Gould
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D008684:Metatarsus; D010146:Pain / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control; D059408:Pain Management; D012775:Shoes