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NEUROMA images_(8)1 (DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE (ultrasound, X-ray, MRI,…
NEUROMA
DENIFITION
A painful condition also referred to as a pinched nerve
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
ultrasound
X-ray
MRI
Physical examination (foot examination)
CLINICAL MANIFESTATIONS
Discomfort
aggravation symptoms
Pain in the third and fourth metatarsal space
numbness
Persistent fore-foot pain
CAUSES AND RISK FACTORS
high heels
Tight shoes
PHARMACOLOGICAL TREATMENT
naproxen
ibuprofen
Steroids injection
Non steroids anti-inflammatory medication
PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
as a result of compressed or irritated nerve
which In turn becomes thickened and painful
found between the third and fourth toes
as a result of pressure
Benign growth of a nerve tissue frequently
NURSING INTERVENTION
PLAN
asses the level of pain
assess other factors that may contribute
to the occurrence of pain
teach the patient complementary
pain management technique
administer analgesics
promote comfort of the patient
make the environment safe for the patient
EVALUATION
No pain
The patient is more comfortable
NURSING DIAGNOSIS
Pain
discomfort
SURGERY
Removal of the nerve
Decompression surgery
HEALTH EDUCATION
Change your footwear
Take anti-inflammatory medication as prescribed
Take a break when exercising
Try ice-massage
