Field Notes From Our Foot & Ankle Clinic

The TMFA Journal · Vol. 1

Plain-English answers to the questions our patients actually ask — written by Dr. Valenti and Dr. Litherland. Browse by what's bothering you, or skim the index below.

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Conditions

foot health & prevention

athlete & Active health

patient education

treatments & procedures

Dr. Raquel Litherland, DPM 12/5/23 Dr. Raquel Litherland, DPM 12/5/23

Sesamoiditis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment of Big Toe Sesamoid Pain

Sesamoiditis causes pain under the big toe joint. Learn the causes, how it differs from a sesamoid fracture, and treatment options for runners and dancers.

Dr. Anthony Valenti, DPM 7/25/23 Dr. Anthony Valenti, DPM 7/25/23

Morton's Neuroma: Why That Burning Pain in the Ball of Your Foot Won't Go Away

Morton's neuroma causes burning, tingling, or shooting pain in the ball of the foot. Learn the causes, symptoms, and treatment options.