Metatarsalgia (Ball‑of‑Foot Pain) Treatment in St. Catharines — Trusted Chiropodist
Metatarsalgia (ball‑of‑foot pain) relief in St. Catharines | Registered Chiropodist. Custom orthotics, footwear and rehab to get you moving again. Book now.
Fast, focused care for metatarsalgia from a trusted Ontario chiropodist: get a professional assessment, targeted treatment, and long‑term relief tailored to your problem, your lifestyle and your goals.
What metatarsalgia feels like
Localized pain under the metatarsal heads that worsens with walking, running, or standing; patients often describe “walking on pebbles,” sharp toe pain, tingling, or numbness. Pain typically increases on hard surfaces and may cause you to alter your gait.
Why assessment matters
Metatarsalgia is a symptom complex with many causes—biomechanical imbalance, high arches, long metatarsals, thinning fat pads, ill‑fitting shoes, hammertoes, stress fractures, neuromas, or arthritis. A thorough in‑clinic assessment (history, gait and foot exam) identifies the root cause so treatment targets the problem, not just the pain.
Our treatment focus
Custom orthotics are the cornerstone of durable relief: we design inserts to redistribute pressure, improve mechanics, and reduce forefoot load based on your assessment.
Immediate measures include metatarsal pads, off‑loading, footwear advice, and activity modification to ease symptoms.
We offer therapeutic modalities such as ultrasound or phonophoresis to reduce inflammation when needed.
Medications or corticosteroid injections are used selectively for short‑term relief.
Imaging and surgery — only when necessary
Most cases respond to conservative care and orthotics. X‑rays or surgical referral are rarely first‑line and are considered only if symptoms persist or structural problems require correction.
Book an in‑clinic assessment
Get a focused assessment from a trusted Ontario registered chiropodist and a personalized plan emphasizing practical solutions to get you back on your feet.
