916-781-3223
Steven K. Shoemaker, DPM, FACFAS
Roseville Office
1421 Secret Ravine Parkway Suite 111
Roseville, CA 95661
916-781-3223
Auburn Office
12250 Herdal Dr
Auburn, CA 95603
530-885-3222
Capsulitis is an inflammation of the ligament on the bottom of the foot. It is usually caused by trauma or abnormal structural functioning, which overstretches the ligament that attaches one of the toe bones to a metatarsal bone. Wearing high heels or other poorly fitting footwear and performing repetitive activities that bend the toes, such as ladder climbing, are also known causes.
Pain in the forefront of the foot is the most common symptom of capsulitis. Capsulitis is often misdiagnosed as Morton's neuroma because of similar symptoms.
Noninvasive treatments are used to resolve capsulitis, including:
Roseville Office
916-781-3223
Auburn Office
530-885-3222