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Ligament surgery for neuroma?

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Is the surgery where a ligament is cut/stretched a better alternative to the surgery for a neuroma where they cut the portion of the nerve out that is causing trouble?
What exactly is the procedure called where the ligament is “altered” to increase space for the nerve?
If this surgery has better results, I would rather have it than have a nerve removed and subject myself to a numb section of foot for the rest of my life.
Thanks for any input.


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    Vivian Abrams DPM

    9 10

    I questioned the rep who was showing me the equipment for this if she had any long term outcome studies. She is supposed to get back to me. I am speaking only for myself when I say I do not see how cutting the ligament and leaving the neuroma there will be long lasting. Other doctors may have a different opinion. If you doctor wants to do this procedure, ask questions such as how many have you done and what is the longest follow up .

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    9 10

    I have a neuroma in the shin area…any rubbing or pressure to the area is painful… also after drinking certain beverages with caffeine…. or eating food with spices is very painful… do you know of any successful treatment? or is surgery the only treatment?

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