Conditions We Treat in Clifton, NJ
Neuroma & Neuropathy Treatment in Clifton, NJ
Neuroma and neuropathy treatment in Clifton, NJ starts with a careful evaluation by Dr. Marc Haspel, with advanced vascular and neurologic testing available on site. Burning, tingling, numbness or a sharp pain in the ball of your foot can point to a nerve problem.
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Understanding Neuroma & Neuropathy
What Are Neuromas and Neuropathy?
A neuroma is a thickening of the tissue around a nerve, most often between the third and fourth toes. It can cause sharp, burning pain in the ball of the foot, and many people say it feels like standing on a pebble.
Peripheral neuropathy is damage to the nerves in the feet. It can cause burning, tingling or numbness and is common in people with diabetes. Because numb feet may not feel a cut or blister, neuropathy raises the risk of wounds and infection.
Dr. Marc Haspel, DPM
Board-certified podiatric physician & surgeon
Know the Signs
Neuroma & Neuropathy: Symptoms & Causes
Understanding what you are feeling, and why, is the first step toward the right care.
Common Symptoms
- Sharp or burning pain in the ball of the foot
- A feeling of a pebble or fold in your shoe
- Tingling, burning or numbness in the toes or feet
- Pain that eases when you take your shoes off
- Cuts or blisters you didn’t feel
Causes & Risk Factors
Common Causes
Neuromas are often linked to irritation or pressure on a nerve in the forefoot. Neuropathy has many possible causes, and diabetes is one of the most common.
Risk Factors
- Diabetes
- Tight or narrow shoes and high heels
- Foot deformities such as bunions, hammertoes or flat feet
- Repetitive stress on the ball of the foot
- Poor circulation
When Should You See a Doctor?
Make an appointment if you have burning, tingling or numbness in your feet, or forefoot pain that keeps coming back. If you have diabetes and notice a wound, a change in skin color or new numbness, call our office promptly. If you have a medical emergency, call 911.
Diagnosis
Dr. Haspel examines your foot, reviews your symptoms, health history and footwear, and may use the advanced vascular and neurologic testing available in our office to check nerve function and circulation.
Treatment Options
Conservative Treatment
Care often starts with footwear changes, padding and custom orthotics to take pressure off the nerve. For neuropathy, regular foot exams and protective footwear help protect your feet, and our practice participates in the Medicare Diabetic Shoe Program.
Surgical Treatment
When a painful neuroma does not improve with conservative treatment, Dr. Haspel may discuss surgery. Minor procedures are performed in the office, and complex procedures are performed on an outpatient basis.
Ongoing Care & Prevention
Ongoing Care
Neuropathy is usually managed over time. Regular foot exams help catch small problems before they become wounds.
Prevention Tips
- Wear shoes with a roomy toe box and good support
- Check your feet every day if you have diabetes or numbness
- Avoid walking barefoot
- Wear custom orthotics if they are prescribed
Next Steps
Schedule your visit
Call (973) 777-4650 or book online. Our Clifton office is open Monday to Friday from 9 am, Thursdays until 6 pm and alternate Saturdays from 9 am to 12 pm.
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Your Visit
What to Expect
From your first appointment through follow-up care, here is how care for neuroma & neuropathy usually works at our Clifton, NJ office.
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Consultation
Dr. Haspel examines your foot, reviews your symptoms and discusses your goals.
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Testing & Treatment
In-office nerve and circulation testing helps guide a plan that may include footwear changes, padding and custom orthotics.
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Ongoing Follow-Up
Regular visits monitor nerve symptoms and skin health so problems can be caught early.
Related Care
Related Conditions & Services
Nerve pain in the feet may be related to: diabetic foot problems, bunions, hammertoes and flat feet.
Diabetic Foot & Wound Care
Comprehensive diabetic foot evaluations, wound care and the Medicare Diabetic Shoe Program.
Bunions
Padding, footwear changes and custom orthotics, with outpatient bunion surgery when a correction is needed.
Hammertoes
A toe that bends down at the middle joint, treated with padding, footwear changes and surgery when needed.
Flat Feet
Low or fallen arches that cause tired, achy feet, often treated with custom orthotics.
Custom Orthotics, Shoes & Braces
Custom orthotic devices, shoe therapy and braces to correct biomechanical problems and support walking.
Foot & Ankle Surgery
In-office minor procedures and outpatient surgery when conservative treatment has not relieved the problem.
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Podiatric surgery & podiatric medicine
Your Podiatrist
Why Choose Marc Haspel, DPM for Nerve Pain?
Dr. Marc Haspel treats patients for neuromas and neuropathy at our office in Clifton, NJ.
Dr. Marc Haspel is a board-certified podiatric physician and surgeon with more than 35 years of experience caring for patients throughout Northern New Jersey.
- Board certified in podiatric medicine and podiatric surgery
- In-office advanced vascular and neurologic testing
- Participant in the Medicare Diabetic Shoe Program
- Convenient office on Clifton Avenue in Clifton, NJ
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions About Neuromas & Neuropathy
Answers to common questions about care for neuroma & neuropathy at our Clifton, NJ office. Have another question? Our staff is happy to help.
What does a neuroma feel like?
Many people describe a sharp, burning pain in the ball of the foot, or a feeling of standing on a pebble. Symptoms often ease when you take off your shoes and rub your foot.
Is neuropathy related to diabetes?
Diabetes is one of the most common causes of peripheral neuropathy, but it is not the only one. People with diabetes should have their feet checked regularly by a podiatrist.
Do you test for neuropathy in the office?
Yes. Advanced vascular and neurologic testing is available right in our Clifton, NJ office.
Will I need surgery for a neuroma?
Not necessarily. Dr. Haspel looks first for conservative solutions, such as footwear changes, padding and custom orthotics. Surgery is considered only when conservative treatment has not relieved the pain.
Is treatment covered by insurance?
Most major insurance plans are accepted, including Medicare. Coverage varies by plan, so please call our office with questions about your benefits, referrals or pre-certification.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call (973) 777-4650, use our online appointment request form or book with Dr. Haspel on Zocdoc. We’re open until 6 pm on Thursdays and from 9 am to 12 pm on alternate Saturdays.
More Ways We Can Help
Other Services at Our Clifton Office
Many foot and ankle problems overlap. These services are often part of the same care plan.
Comprehensive diabetic foot evaluations, wound care and the Medicare Diabetic Shoe Program.
Custom orthotic devices, shoe therapy and braces to correct biomechanical problems and support walking.
In-office minor procedures and outpatient surgery when conservative treatment has not relieved the problem.
Book Your Visit
Ready to Get Help With Nerve Pain in Your Feet?
Schedule a visit with Dr. Haspel at our Clifton, NJ office. Call (973) 777-4650 or book online.
- 1100 Clifton Avenue, Suite C, Clifton, NJ 07013
- Mon–Fri from 9 am · Thu until 6 pm · Alt. Sat 9 am–12 pm