Metatarsalgia Treatment [BEST Ball of Foot Pain RELIEF 2024]

Metatarsalgia (ball of foot pain) is a pain in the front of your foot! So, this is the video to watch if you need metatarsalgia, ball of foot pain relief, home treatment, or home remedies; this is the video to watch! We go over metatarsalgia causes, exercises, treatment, and home remedies. We discuss the best shoes, how to avoid surgery, and metatarsalgia pain-free running.
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Ball of the foot pain can include Morton's neuroma, capsulitis, plantar plate tears, stress fractures of the metatarsals, and ankle joint tightness. This is most common with running and walking. It can even happen in the morning after sleeping at night.
These problems tend to happen in the forefoot region; they can really cause toe pain and sore feet. So don't just blow this off on arthritis; there is a cure to your ball of the foot and front of the foot pain!
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[@livezero264]

A doctor who discourages a shot and a pill to mask the symptoms and actually tries to get to the root cause of the problem is a doctor to listen to!

[@andreschulte1086]

this

[@edwardruiz5515]

Very true

[@leannehollenbeck2549]

I agree! I saw a podiatrist and his first suggestion for me was a cortisone shot, he was shocked when I said no. I went for a 2nd opinion with another doctor, who gave me suggestions to reverse my issues!

[@vio7361]

this guy literally made me feel like I visited an ACTUAL doctor trying to help me...thank you so much. No medication required.

[@DrTomBiernacki]

You are a great fan and we really appreciate you! Thank you so much for you amazing feedback and help growing our channel. Great fans like you are really what keeps us working hard and motivated to make better videos! If possible we would really appreciated a review from a great fan like you! g.page/r/CaxJ9b-O6o27EAg/review Thanks again for watching!

[@SteamDVD]

@@DrTomBiernacki Hi Tom. I am so pleased by how much support, knowledge and information that you share on KZbin. I am 70 years old and live in the UK. I have suffered "Ball of Foot" pain for 10 years, including 2 sesamoid bones removed and have a metal plate fitted along the big toe (left foot). Many cortizone injections etc. I am taking onboard the contents of video "Metatarsalgia Treatment. I just wondered what your thoughts are about TENS machines. I have just started using one to give massages and improve blood circulation. I have also considered "supplements" such as Devils Claw and Montmorency Cherry Tablets. BTW great videos and advice

[@lindawalker7494]

I’ve been to 2 Dr’s.. he has helped me much more ! Thank you!!

[@juicegrape1494]

did it end up helping?

[@patriciam6541]

what an excellent video. Exactly the info I needed that I could spend hundreds in co-pays and not get any of this info. Much appreciated.

[@PozaRica17]

I want you to know how much I really appreciate it when people like you do things like making this video for the health, happiness, and well being of others. Thank you for providing the information to help make my life better!!!

[@lindacampbell615]

You are absolutely the best at what you do. You explain so thoroughly that I'm left with absolutely no questions!

[@robertbonner5973]

This is by far the greatest information I have ever received for any foot Doctor

[@DrTomBiernacki]

You are a great fan and we really appreciate you! Thank you so much for you amazing feedback and help growing our channel. Great fans like you are really what keeps us working hard and motivated to make better videos! Check out our 2020 KZbin Trailer for more! kzbin.info/www/bejne/jHO1ZoChqKiBqM0 Thanks again for watching!

[@rosangelserrano5307]

Hey everyone, the best results that i've had was with the Natural Foot Wizard (i found it on google) definately the most helpful remedy that I have ever tried.

[@freddyvillegas4357]

Hey everyone, the best info that ive had was with the Natural Foot Wizard (just google it) without a doubt the most useful resource that I've followed.

[@bridgetbreitzmann4721]

You said it! Thank you very much for this valuable information.

[@jesserobinson7912]

@Poke Ahoe foot pain

[@ritakane5973]

So I have been literally limping around with foot pain for weeks! I watched this video a couple of days ago and did what he said. I did the ninety second stretches and made pads for my shoes out of duct tape And shoe inserts. Omg today I am WALKING! It still hurts on the side of my foot but it is soooo much better. I can hardly believe the relief I feel. Thank you thank you thank you!!!

[@DrTomBiernacki]

You are a great fan and we really appreciate you! Thank you so much for you amazing feedback and help growing our channel. Great fans like you are really what keeps us working hard and motivated to make better videos! Check out our 2020 KZbin Trailer for more! kzbin.info/www/bejne/jHO1ZoChqKiBqM0 Thanks again for watching!

[@Jayricciuti1]

Hey what shoe inserts did you put in?

[@bryanrew5157]

Been dealing with this pain in my right foot for months now. It comes and goes though. I do have really tight ham strings and a ton of lower back pain. I'm not on my feet a ton. I do travel for work so alot of miles driven. I will be losing some weight, couldn't hurt eh?

[@juicegrape1494]

hey i was wondering how many days it took before you felt the reliefs? Because I got the insoles (without pads yet) and tried to walk but it was still hurts

[@ritakane5973]

@@juicegrape1494 gee it has been so long now…i think within a couple of days.

[@suzanne7277]

You were much better than the pediatrist I saw yesterday - explained everything so well and easy to understand. Thank you so much

[@sometimesiwander7146]

Finally. A dr that gives clear, concise, advice & not advocating shots/meds. Glad to have found this channel.

[@Human-Mechanic]

Finally someone that understands the feet. I had this come on all of the sudden and couldn't understand why. I came to find massive trigger points in in my posterior tibialis and lateral superior part of the gastrocnemius. They were only on the leg with the ball of foot pain. Thanks man!

[@jenniferann8753]

This is such a great video! I’ve been suffering with metatarsalgia and plantar fasciitis all summer, I work in a nursery and walk about 20,000 steps a day. Going to take this advice to heart!

[@babackd.6485]

Thanks so much man. You're doing people a great favor.

[@alanmadeira-metz1380]

This doctor is really wonderful. This is the best video and advice for this problem that I have come across, thus far, on youtube. Thanks so much.

[@annieho5327]

This is an excellent video. I love your energy and passion. Would you be able to do a video on exercises for dropped transverse arch? Thanks so much and keep up the great work!

[@EricsBarberStudio]

This is the best and most realistic advice I’ve ever gotten for my foot pain. Sincerely, thank you.

[@DrTomBiernacki]

You are a great fan, and we appreciate you! We appreciate you Eric! If possible, we would appreciate a quick review from you, and these make a HUGE difference for us! g.page/r/CaxJ9b-O6o27EAg/review Thanks again for watching!

[@mitchlambley7455]

Excellent video! Thanks for putting it our there for all to see and benefit from.

[@22285CB]

This video is great! I’ve been dealing with this issue for 20 years now, the only thing that allowed me to walk was custom old school orthotics. No doctor ever told me about stretching out my Achilles’ tendon. My orthotics maker has retired and now I’m on my own with creating custom insoles, I do most of what he talks about already. The one thing he didn’t address is wearing shoes that are wide enough! When your foot sits on the metatarsal pad, it spreads the foot out.

[@chrismiller1454]

This is what we need...more doctors who don't always want to give you a "pill" for your pain, but would rather provide simple and easy solutions. This video was very informative and helpful. Thanks for taking the time to go into great detail on how to take care of this problem!

[@DrTomBiernacki]

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[@kambo_trick3y89]

This video is word for word exactly what I was looking for, thank you for the info

[@DrTomBiernacki]

Wow we really appreciate the kind words. great feedback like this is what really keeps us working hard to make better and more meaningful content. If possible we would really appreciated a review from a great fan like you! g.page/r/CaxJ9b-O6o27EAg/review Thank you for being such a great fan and we really appreciate you watching!

[@carlitapphotos]

Thank you so much! This gave me so my clarity to my foot pain! I like how you took your time explaining everything. Felt like you were talking directly to me. I ordered a few of the suggest items!

[@patriciabrach9719]

Thank you! You have answered all my questions and are a great motivator !

[@travispierce7033]

This video absolutely NAILS what’s wrong with both of my feet. Thank you So much for the explanation and especially treatment options, Doc!!!

[@DrTomBiernacki]

Wow, we appreciate the kind words and your watching Travis! kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqKyq3uQbdeIp9U This updated version might help more! If reasonable, we would appreciate a quick rating from you, and a good rating makes a MASSIVE difference for us! g.page/r/CaxJ9b-O6o27EAg/review Thank you for being such a great fan, and we appreciate you watching!

[@raynemadison2108]

Thank you for this information. I finally able to diagnose the issues I have been having with my left foot by watching a few of your videos. The explanations with the foot model were super helpful. Thanks for making this information accessible to all.enjoy the day!

[@DrTomBiernacki]

Thanks for watching and hope you're doing well!

[@arun234105]

Thank you for your tips. I am suffering this foot ball pain for 10 months, its not going away.now i will tryout your tips. Great video.

[@user-im7wq9nk2o]

You truly have made my life so much better. You gave me back my quality of life. After suffering with foot pain for over four years, your video reversed all the pain. Doctors and podiatrists tested me for neuropathy, Morton’s neuroma, vascular problems, etc. Your simple instruction for using a metatarsal pad under an insert has stopped all my pain. Thank you truly.

[@marthadimitriou7859]

Thank you, very informative.

[@DrTomBiernacki]

Our pleasure, hope we could help!

[@marlenemartinez5688]

Thank you so much, I have this pain. I'm doing all you recommend.

[@DrTomBiernacki]

Thanks for being such as great fan! we really really appreciate you watching and giving us such great feedback. Check out our 2020 KZbin Trailer for more! kzbin.info/www/bejne/jHO1ZoChqKiBqM0 We are working hard every day to make better and more meaningful content! This is what keeps us going for sure.

[@CD-in4qe]

You, Sir, are a credit to your profession. I literally love you. It will be a long 2 months, but your encouragement was stellar, and I will make your tips a reality!

[@Tony3deee]

Excellent video! Appreciate all of the information and how it was presented. It all made a ton of sense and helps me to make adjustments to improve my metalarsalgia

[@alsinabutt1413]

Thank you I'm doing the stretches while you speak😊

[@DrTomBiernacki]

Nice!

[@drakinclaq]

Thank you for these great videos. Im close to 300lbs, and have been spending 1 hour on cardio daily, and i have been finding I was slowly developing Morton's neuroma. The pad under my foot absolutely helped!

[@DrTomBiernacki]

Thanks for being such as great fan! we really really appreciate you watching and giving us such great feedback. Check out our 2020 KZbin Trailer for more! kzbin.info/www/bejne/jHO1ZoChqKiBqM0 We are working hard every day to make better and more meaningful content! This is what keeps us going for sure.

[@Anon.5216]

Marvellous. Thank you. Have suffered for 40yrs and the pain is awful. I will do all that you advise. I have not even been told how to choose shoes. Thank you again.

[@denapattison6363]

This video inspired me SOOO much. I was thrilled when I picked up my newly purchased NB sneaker that set me back more than $100 and realized it has everything the doctor said. I also was mis-placing my pad. I literally cannot wait to walk tomorrow. I had a bunion removed almost a year ago and did not have therapy, subsequently "froze" my big toe in an upwards angle. I have gained 20lbs and have been miserable because it feels as though I am walking on a marble, so I walk less. But NOW! Thanks Dr. Tom.

[@roxannedevaney7138]

Thank you! I found you by accident and am so happy I did. I am scheduled for an ultrasound as my Podiatrist feels that possibly there is a ganglion cyst in the bottom of my foot around the area that you explained (metatarsal). I was a runner and for the past 5 years have replaced running with walking (I am 65) which I have enjoyed until this pain started. Your video really explained things well and I definitely need more stretching and really hope that this will help.

[@DrTomBiernacki]

Thanks for being such as great fan! we really really appreciate you watching and giving us such great feedback. If possible we would really appreciated a review from a great fan like you! g.page/r/CaxJ9b-O6o27EAg/review We are working hard every day to make better and more meaningful content! This is what keeps us going for sure.

[@candyc.3163]

I thought I had plantar fasciitis but my heel doesn’t hurt. Then I found out about this diagnosis and it’s exactly what I have. Been trying to walk for exercise to lose weight and my feet would just go numb. This is the best video I’ve seen on the subject. Thanks for all the great tips!

[@SuprasanKodial]

Thank you so much! The exercises really helped.

[@BasSadistic]

thx man, very imformative and super helpful. Started stretching and putting my plan into effect, literally while watching you. Thx again man \m/

[@amytrumbull2075]

I bike almost daily for several years now and I'm in good shape for a fifty year old. I developed metatarsalgia a few days ago and I can barely walk right now so I appreciate this helpful video. Thanks!

[@DrTomBiernacki]

Thanks for being a great fan and watching!

[@jarosawzdyr8611]

@amytrumbull2075 Did you cure your foot? I got this on my right foot since 1 month and I feel terrible now, i have trainned too much, I wonder if can go barefoot again.

[@paulymags4]

This is probably the best information I’ve found regarding this condition. Thank you doc!

[@Bullshod]

Agree!

[@a.a.p3254]

Cool I think I'm learning how to get rid of my pain. God Bless You 🇨🇦

[@jayjenkins6021]

Thank you! This was amazingly helpful. I spend 10 hrs a day on my feet on hard floors and I was suffering. I learned to pick a quality shoe and the right, quality insole....foot pain is now gone.

[@hildesmith114]

Thank you so much for this video. I've been having foot/toe pain for a few months now and not knowing why. Your explanation was perfect and your treatment plans feel like they are real - no gimmicks and no false promises. Just reality. I feel like I actually visited my doctor today! I will try your suggestions and you've even inspired me to lose weight! I was considering it anyway, but you've pushed me over that edge - I need to do it. Thank you so much.

[@DrTomBiernacki]

Thanks for the great response! If possible, we would appreciate a quick & easy rating from you, and a good rating makes a BIG difference for us! g.page/r/CaxJ9b-O6o27EAg/review Thanks again for watching!

[@juicegrape1494]

did the things in the video work?

[@hildesmith114]

@@juicegrape1494 Yes, if I actually would do them. I use good shoes, and try to stretch all the time now. I tried the pad at the bottom but had trouble finding one that would stay put and I'm not really sure I know where to place it. But what I tried seemed to give relief. My feet do feel better since I posted. I have not kept up with it, and really should to keep my feet happy. Your post actually is a good reminder to me that I wrote that post! (I was going to lose weight! I did not do that.) But it's all good information.

[@joellindow]

I've been to two Podiatrists over the last 2 years. Saw a little relief from the first pair or orthotics, then they got messed up due to some really bad adjustments the doctor made on the fly. Got a second pair of orthotics from a new Podistrist and I still can't even wear them because my Metatarsalgia hurts so bad.... there's just not enough support to offload. Injections haven't helped either (and boy were those painful). I'm at the point, again, where I'm making my own adjustments to an old pair of orthotics and taking it a day at a time. Just started trying stretches and I'm hoping that will help. This is a great video. I knew most of what was said, but there were some really helpful pieces of info that I'm going to consider and add to my routine. I have 4 kids and this has destroyed a lot of my ability to be a good and active father, as many days I can hardly walk. I need to see some healing and I'm hoping it comes some day soo becasue right now... it's miserable. Thanks for the great video.

[@DrTomBiernacki]

We really appreciate that you came to us for help and we really wish we could help and see you in person. Unfortunately there are rules preventing an answer online, and this could be dangerous to your without having specific information. A problem of this nature really does require a proper history and physical. By getting non-specific advice online, it really can make your problem worse. For a problem this complex and with so many variables, you really would benefit most from seeing a podiatrist in person. Thank you so much for being a fan and we hope to make better and more educational videos in the future!

[@GOAT669]

Thank you. I don't know what else to say, you helped this guy out a bunch. Thank you.

[@rt193682]

Thank you for this video! You are so great and I love your enthusiasm and your way of teaching. You give me hope that by using your strategies things can be better.

[@olimc123]

Great video , I am suffering with this , this is one of the better videos online Thank you

[@DrTomBiernacki]

Wow thank you so much for you amazing feedback and help growing our channel. Great fans like you are really what keeps us working hard and motivated to make better videos! Thanks again for watching!

[@georgemendoza7177]

Thanks, Tom for your awesome advice. I am a 40 year old type 1 diabetic that is active and love the gym. I started getting this blister on the bottom of my foot near the pinky, and then all of a sudden it burst...looking like a gun shot wound. I have extreme pain. My foot got swollen. the doctors in the hospital did X--ray scans, ultra sound scans not showing infection. Now I am waiting on my podiatrist to get me an MRI appointment to see the full detail of my foot to see whats really going on. when I see my podiatrist all he does is remove all the callus and apply triple antibiotic on my foot and it burns with a band-aid. The foot doctor says its "plantar Fasiatist" but I don't think so! I am going to try all these options you talked about in your video. thanks for your great content!

[@DrTomBiernacki]

Thanks for the great response! If possible, we would appreciate a quick & easy rating from you, and a good rating makes a BIG difference for us! g.page/r/CaxJ9b-O6o27EAg/review Thanks again for watching!

[@Feliperios0124]

Thanks for the great tips! I have metatarsalgia, hammer toes, flat feet ,overweight , on feet 10+ hour shifts 6 days a week on Crocs.

[@thisthat5874]

Thanks dude , excellent thorough explanations 👍👍

[@zainababdulrakhman4138]

By far the best information I have received with this condition. The pain is excruciating when hubby presses it or even squeezes it .Have recently been advised to take anti inflammatory meds .10 days later , the pain is still there .Losing weight was also advised but through walking , thankfully the punching in this video makes soo much sense..thank you doc , for such am amazing informative and beneficial video to so many ppl ..Having this condition affects all activities, especially if you sit down for a period of time and decide to walk ..omw, mine is on the right foot ..its dreadful .. Thank you again doc ..God bless you..

[@DrTomBiernacki]

Wow we really appreciate the kind words. great feedback like this is what really keeps us working hard to make better and more meaningful content. Thank you for being such a great fan and we really appreciate you watching!

[@Michelle-xe8in]

Oh my gosh! This is exactly what is going on with me. I had surgery to remove a Morton's neuroma and have been in pain ever since! Hopefully your suggestions will work!

[@DrTomBiernacki]

Thanks for the great response! If possible, we would appreciate a quick & easy rating from you, and a good rating makes a BIG difference for us! g.page/r/CaxJ9b-O6o27EAg/review Thanks again for watching!

[@marybarratt2649]

I’ve had Morton’s Neuromas in both feet for years. Walking kills me now and the orthotics aren’t working. I’m told the operation may only last a year before the problem returns. My feet are the bane of my life.

[@dawnybrock4761]

My partner is 82 ,very fit. He’s always walked, not overweight but worked on a market all his life now he’s in agony. The people who gave him the insoles through the g.p. Put them in the wrong shoes and various other problems. This has been the most useful advice I’ve found for him, thank you. ❤🇬🇧

[@samsilbar6576]

Tom, thank you so much for the encouragement and info. It really means alot to me right now:)

[@razhua]

love your approach, I'm a registered nurse and I do 12 hours shifts, i'm 53 and I play basketball on a regular basis, it's basketball that is killing my left metatarsal; i'm getting older that is for sure but i'm not too heavy 198 at 6 feet tall. Ill try to loose more weight. I also lift weights about 5 times per week. I don't stretch and I guess I jump to much. Ill try to loose pounds and jump less thank you!

[@DrTomBiernacki]

It's definitely the hardest thing to do but can help.any.medical problem!

[@DrTomBiernacki]

The shoes, inserts and bracing is the easier options though!

[@razhua]

@@DrTomBiernacki thanks you very much! I just subscribed since I foresee more orthopedic problems in the future, related to basketball. I'm sure your channel will come in handy

[@planetmartay]

Y'all! I'm pretty sure I had this after several days of hiking. After a few days of continued walking, it felt like I was walking on a rock. I tried icing, frozen water bottle rolls, cbd oil...then, on a lark, I tried those crazy yoga toes things. Holy cow, I experienced instant relief. After one day, my foot is still sore, but 80% better!

[@foxbodystang8587]

What crazy yoga things?

[@mariaquintino1670]

I’ve watched other videos and most will only talk mostly about wearing orthopedics as a solution and don’t emphasize the importance of stretching and weight. Thank you for your detailed and super informative video. And to top it off u gave us some great visual demonstrations. U won a new subscriber. 😊

[@djbettylou]

I can watch your videos over and over you put a smile on my face and you're so Right on it.. And thank you my feet feel better.

[@benjybuttons4303]

Don’t forget to recommend Mizuno! (The shoe you were holding up is the Mizuno Wave Rider, not a Saucony!) Great content, keep up the good work!

[@DrTomBiernacki]

Absolutely, too many shoes to keep straight! We really appreciate it!

[@DrTomBiernacki]

Wow thank you so much for you amazing feedback and help growing our channel. Great fans like you are really what keeps us working hard and motivated to make better videos! Check out our 2020 KZbin Trailer for more! kzbin.info/www/bejne/jHO1ZoChqKiBqM0 Thanks again for watching!

[@shesgoneforeverlife]

I got out of the shower one evening and I had this pain, it’s been ongoing and hurts so bad. I think these days with so many having hard floors in their homes, it’s adding to the foot issues. Carpet adds as a shock absorber the hard wood and tile don’t. We don’t wear shoes in our home and I stay home, so my issues are worse. I need to stretch.

[@DrTomBiernacki]

We really hope that you feel better, that is tough for sure! We really hope start to improve Just make sure to see a podiatrist or your primary care doctor in the future if your problem continues. We really, really appreciate you as a fan and than you for watching!

[@quilladay83]

Thank you so much! Omg I’ve had injections and custom orthotics but today I diagnosed myself and now know what to really do for my feet.

[@turcsanyirobert1289]

good to see someone this enthusiastic to help

[@stella7848]

Update: I just used some gorilla tape to stick a foot pad underneath my shoe insole. The pain is nearly gone when I walk! Thanks again!

[@richardcomeau8231]

Great idea

[@divertoph]

Did I miss the link to the inserts? I can't find it anywhere but would love to try them.

[@DrTomBiernacki]

www.michiganfootdoctors.com/podiatrist-recommended-shoes/ You are correct, I updated it!

[@ravish3802]

I’ve been diagnosed with PF and have watched many videos on PF. I am seen by Podiatrist. Have been doing stretches, boot, ice, etc. Then developed wicked pain in front pad. The pain radiates up my legs and the pain increases my BP. Wearing orthotic but now wearing New Balance sneaker 2 days. I plan to use this recent additional information. I feel I have stumbled on the right word to describe the condition. Thank you Dr. B.

[@ruizselena]

I literally diagnosed myself last night. I officially have a tailor's bunion 😔 thankfully it is not painful, BUT what is painful is the ball of my foot which I now know the term (metatarsal). I literally went to a foot specialist today for a consult and he didn't say much. He did explain a few things but you explain WAAAYYY more and go into detail. The doctor I went to just said it could be hereditary and explained how my bone is crooked etc. and gave me no other remedy than surgery... which I knew it's not true because I've been on KZbin this whole time looking for ways to fix it. I'm only 24 years old and this is something I definitely was counting on. I've been pretty sad thinking I won't be able to wear heels anymore or any other nice shoes. So thank you so much for all your free knowledge and help!! I truly appreciate it.

[@micahhollamon2260]

Thanks for the video! 23 year old ultra runner here. I've had metatarsalgia in my 3rd head since November and have been resting/going to PT since December. An MT pad and stretching has helped reduce the pain significantly, but the swelling and structure of the heads still does not seem to be right. I'm wondering what other options I might have. I have heard some talk of spinal adjustments helping and was curious about your opinion. From what I have read a 4-5 month (could be more) recovery is longer than average.

[@DrTomBiernacki]

The tough part is some people heal almost immediately and some never heal because they can't correct enough. People that take 1,000s of steps usually are the most unhappy as they get older and less flexible combined with less muscle mass unfortunately. Every athlete and runner eventually loses that pop and ability to bounce back and do massive miles as frequently. Sometimes extreme solutions can be replaced with cross training. Maybe triathlons :)

[@Protesian14]

​@@DrTomBiernacki no way, ultrarunners so addicted. I bet it's impossible for them to replace activity.

[@PoolSchooler]

I teach a lot of Dance specifically Tap and Jazz and I also ran for several years using the barefoot running forefoot striking technique to save my knees. For the past several years I’ve experience shooting pain in the ball of my foot specifically at the second and third toe area. I have pretty flat feet and my second toe is longer than my big toe. I’ve watched this and another video of yours and they’ve been very helpful. Based on them I believe I have Metatarsalgia and possibly the tear you describe and also the plate issue you describe as well. I obviously cannot atop teaching dance but did stop running mainly to save my knees. Do you have any suggestions for me?

[@DrTomBiernacki]

We would love to help you with your foot and ankle problem, but a complex problem like this really does require in depth evaluation and imaging to make a proper diagnosis. We wish we could do more for you! We would be doing you a disservice with general advice for such an important issue. Your podiatrist or primary care doctor can likely help much more than we can in this instance. Thank you for watching and being a fan! We are working every day to help people with better education and information.

[@PoolSchooler]

Michigan Foot Doctors I understand. I will seek out someone locally for an evaluation etc.

[@lilisbelli8682]

Thank you for the information. Very clear and helpful. I am a chef so I stand on my feet at least 7-8 hours a day. I started to have this pain for 3 weeks now.

[@teraallison]

I learned a lot more from this video than from the foot and ankle specialist i saw recently

[@stevenclaeys3602]

I'm approaching 40 and i'm in the best shape of my life after a about a year of serious effort. Haven't had my weight this low since high school. But after being rid of my metatarsalgia for about 7 years now all of a sudden it's back. Been working at a desk for 20 years now, so that's not it. I've been playing basketball since age 15 so i know that's not helping. It's hard to swallow though. I'd likely get depressed if i have to stop playing now. The rest of my body feels like there's so much left in it

[@-living4jesus4ever-]

Did your metatarsalgia finally heal and if so, how? I’m almost 40 and want to heal mine!

[@DrTomBiernacki]

QUESTION: What do you have: morton's neuroma? A long 2nd metatarsal? or just complete metatarsalgia!? 🦶We love our FANS and thanks for SUBSCRIBING!🦶 Also let us know what topics you want to hear about! For the shoes and orthotics recommended in the video: wp.me/p9imRX-54n

[@karanvirsingh1276]

Hey doctor please provide the link of orthotics

[@DrTomBiernacki]

These are a good options for metatarsal orthotics! amzn.to/2VJ5HVK

[@chrisfogal6350]

Can you provide a link for the shoes you recommended in the video please?

[@user-xo5rd4tv2r]

I just bought 2 pairs of Saucony shoes because of your recommendation. Thank you. This is the best video because it’s the most helpful & informative. I love your enthusiasm.

[@jasonwhite2165]

What a guy! I wish you lived in London. Thank you so much for all of this. I feel much better knowing what to do, and perhaps as important, knowing what not to do, which is unfortunately what I have been doing. Subscribed to your channel. Top man!

[@stella7848]

I’m halfway through my marathon training plan and unfortunately my 5th metatarsal is still aching after a 15 mile run last week 😭. That insert-underneath-insole tip was clever, I’ll definitely try that thanks! (Also when you were holding up that shoe at 5:05 and said it was a saucony, I’m pretty sure that was a Mizuno-Both good brands though!!)

[@sterlingteall3462]

Im in a similar situation with my training plan for half marathon, my right foot is killing me.

[@nataliastrbova3047]

@@sterlingteall3462 I’m in the same situation right now. Please, can you tell me what helped you?

[@janeself-defense7140]

Try sole inserts . They have a specific one for metatarsal

[@ram3814]

I run at least twice a weak but I only feel the pain once I reach a distance > 12km. Have tried the stretching and all. I start feeling a burning session on the foot thereafter Is that something I should be worried about and what could I do to make it better

[@DrTomBiernacki]

It's tough to say sepcifically and an in person evaluation may be needed for specifics, especially with such long distances, we try to be as specific as possible in the video otherwise. Hope you feel better soon!

[@KapitalP73]

Great vid and links. Thanks for this!

[@peitski]

Awesome. Some great information delivered extremely well. Cheers

[@sabbymg]

This video is so helpful! After I started developing pain in the ball of my foot and toes, I needed answers; you definitely gave me that. Thank you. Question: I’m in good shape and already really enjoy HIIT exercises, but I am particularly fond of exercises that involve jumping (box jumps, squat jumps, jumping rope, etc). I know this is probably terrible considering jumping is even more pressure on the metatarsals, but do you think with the right shoes and orthotics, it would be okay to incorpore jumping in small increments? Maybe only 1-2 a week?

[@DrTomBiernacki]

So unfortunately we can't be specific to you, but in general with good shoes, modified orthotics, we roughly see 50% improvement per month in chronic cases until it goes away. If someone were to catch it early, it could go away quicker!

[@DrTomBiernacki]

That being said, if there is more issues like a Morton neuroma or stress fracture or deeper underlying issue, it could take even longer.

[@AB-oi7ov]

I’m glad you’re feeling better. I never had this problem until I started wearing Vapor max sneakers I’ll be going bk to ASICS or trying new balance. My one foot the ball omg be killing me, a nurse said to use a tennis ball and roll my foot on it, that almost killed me so much pain.

[@popcornpixieshorts]

its paining on my balls of foot..the pain starts when i go to sleep nd its much more when i wake from bed...pls suggest wat should i do

[@parthsingh1283]

Any updates?

[@nassim8000]

Tom you are the best! I am feeling much better after following you. Wish all the podiatrist could watch your videos and learn from you. YOU ARE AMAZING. Thanks for doing this XOX

[@DrTomBiernacki]

Thank you so much for the positive words, really really appreciated!

[@jessica2352]

Excellent video!!! Thank you 🙏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@cedarkindy6980]

Excellant explanation and great advice. Bought some Saucony shoes and have allowed me to walk pain free again!

[@froglobster]

My left foot same toe ball pain kept me off work today( clutch foot) Thanks doctor for the very helpful vid-your the man! New subscriber!

[@Ahmiseysoh75]

Thank you for this video. At 62 walking is my main form of exercise and dancing is just in my dna. So this pain in my foot is really taking enjoyment out of my life. Also I have a lot of stairs to climb at home and I stand all day long at work. So I am glad for this information and also you have a good sense of humor about it! The bike thing....not sure about that

[@stingosdungeon]

Excellent video!!! You hit it on the nail head with the stretches and the HIIT training....

[@DrTomBiernacki]

Wow we really appreciate the kind words. great feedback like this is what really keeps us working hard to make better and more meaningful content. If possible we would really appreciated a review from a great fan like you! g.page/r/CaxJ9b-O6o27EAg/review Thank you for being such a great fan and we really appreciate you watching!

[@SaM-el2sr]

Amazing Video!! Thank you so much!

[@yoska25]

Dr. Tom, Thank you very much. Great video! Very informative and well done. I developed metatarsalgia hiking a through hike on a very rough rocky trail with a backpack. (The Israel National Trail.) I’m 63 years old. After the trail, I had to stop my daily walks and took up swimming. I’ve gotten good shoes and really good insoles and now after more than half a year later, I can say that my foot is healing! Losing weight is the biggest challenge!

[@DrTomBiernacki]

Absolutely, it's always a battle between as much support as possible, increasing flexibility and taking as much pressure off as possible. Enough of that will solve any metarsalgia problem!

[@lifengli116]

One of the most helpful vedios to me. Thank you so much!

[@caufra]

Great advice thanks.

[@davidingram5965]

I have read a lot about this subject. This is the best summary of things you can do to deal with metatarsalgia. Thank you.

[@DrTomBiernacki]

We appreciate you watching and contributing David, we really appreciate it! We hope your metatarsalgia feels better and you get great relief! If possible, we would appreciate a quick rating (hopefully good), and it makes a HUGE difference for us! g.page/r/CaxJ9b-O6o27EAg/review We are working hard every day to make better and more meaningful content! This is what keeps us going for sure.

[@jessicasmart6775]

Your amazing. Thank you so much I got half insoles in my boots and it has taken the pain away when I step out of my boots and onto the floor. U saved so much pain from me. Thank u

[@malvenachristianmusicbaxte8830]

So very very helpful!!

[@muyasardeek3307]

Thank you very much God bless you

[@elisasalgado9603]

My dad have a bad pain in the foot I show him this video he side that his foot feet great I'm so happy thx more people need to know

[@scblount2841]

What a great and caring doctor! Excellent information.

[@surflifeimages-mikeknoell6986]

Thanks Tom for putting that video together. It basically summarized the countless hours of research I have been doing on metatarsalgia. That is awesome.... Mine is caused by overuse (excessive surfing) and the thought of walking on sand just makes me cringe. I have the stretching down and the pads under the inserts and also a pair of NB shoes that I need to replace. My questions is how can you tell what type of Asic, Hoka etc have the stiff back, minimal toe flex and sturdy middle section? That's the last piece of the puzzle for me. Thanks again a million times for the clear, non-medical jargon video :)

[@joh551]

Watched many of these finally your video made sense and hit home with me. Thank you!

[@DrTomBiernacki]

We appreciate you watching! If possible, we would appreciate a quick rating (hopefully good), as it makes a HUGE difference! g.page/r/CSzlpzp7G82TEBM/review We are working hard every day to make better and more meaningful content! This is what keeps us going, for sure.

[@Foxr6]

Best video I have seen on this subject so far. Thanks for the post.

[@DrTomBiernacki]

Thanks for watching!

[@LG2022xv]

Great Video, thank you so much for the clear explanation.

[@DrTomBiernacki]

Thank you for watching!

[@wendystacey6945]

So so helpful! Thanks for the clarity and positivity!

[@DrTomBiernacki]

We appreciate you watching! If possible, we would appreciate a quick rating (hopefully good), as it makes a HUGE difference! g.page/r/CSzlpzp7G82TEBM/review We are working hard every day to make better and more meaningful content! This is what keeps us going, for sure.

[@drolious6033]

love the video. great sense of humor