Metatarsalgia, refers to pain and irritation that occurs in the bones of the ball of the foot, known as the metatarsal. The metatarsal bones are designed to bear and distribute a person’s weight when they are walking and going about their daily activities. When this delicate balance between the bones is disrupted, the result can cause mild to intense pain. A lot of individuals who do sports such as running and basketball suffer from this condition due to the high impact nature these sports place on the foot. The severity of the condition differs from person to person. It may affect one or two toes, or the whole foot. The … Continue reading What is Metatarsalgia?