Metatarsalgia Physiotherapy in Indirapuram

Why the forefoot gets overloaded

High heels shift weight forward. Thin-soled shoes and walking barefoot on hard floors remove cushioning. Tight calf muscles make you push off earlier. High arches, bunions and hammer toes change how weight is spread. Running or long days on your feet add repetition.

Symptoms

Burning or aching pain under the ball of the foot, often worse when standing, walking or running, and better with rest. Some describe it as walking on a pebble.

We consider other causes too: stress fractures, Morton's neuroma and joint inflammation can all cause similar pain.

Treatment

Footwear is usually the biggest change: cushioned soles, a wider toe box and lower heels. A metatarsal pad placed just behind the painful area can redistribute pressure effectively. Calf flexibility and foot muscle strengthening help. For runners, we look at training load and technique.

Most people improve within weeks once load is managed.

Exercises often used for Metatarsalgia

These are exercises our physiotherapists commonly include. Which ones suit you, how many and in what order depends on your assessment and stage of recovery.

All ankle and foot exercises

Frequently asked questions