Do you feel like your foot is burning? This may be due to one of several illnesses or  substance abuse behaviors. A burning foot is typically a result of a neuroma, which is a compression, or a pinched nerve between the third and fourth toes, felt in the ball of the foot.

The pinched nerve that comes with burning foot causes a fairly painful swelling in the foot as well as burning, tingling and numbness. These symptoms will increase in severity with typical use and pressure. If mere act of walking makes you feel like your foot is burning even more than it already is, you should see an NYC podiatrist as soon as possible so you can diagnose and treat your burning foot as soon as you feel symptoms. (more…)