Nerve sensitivity bottom of feet

Irritation of interdigital nerves in the balls of the feet may cause enlargement of the nerves, causing pain in the balls of the feet. Typical symptoms include a mild ache around the third or fourth toe that progresses to a burning or tingling sensation. Injecting a corticosteroid or sometimes applying extreme cold cryotherapy can help relieve symptoms. See also Overview of Foot Problems.

Peripheral neuropathy, a result of damage to the nerves outside of the brain and spinal cord peripheral nerves , often causes weakness, numbness and pain, usually in your hands and feet. It can also affect other areas of your body. Your peripheral nervous system sends information from your brain and spinal cord central nervous system to the rest of your body. The peripheral nerves also send sensory information to the central nervous system. Peripheral neuropathy can result from traumatic injuries, infections, metabolic problems, inherited causes and exposure to toxins. One of the most common causes is diabetes. People with peripheral neuropathy generally describe the pain as stabbing, burning or tingling.

Pain on the top of your foot or through your arch might be nerve-related. While many forms of foot pain come from joints and tendons, occasionally the source of foot pain is a nerve that is irritated directly or affected by health conditions that lead to nerve damage. When nerves are irritated or damaged, there is a characteristic burning, shooting, or stabbing pain. The pain will often occur spontaneously, even while at rest. Sometimes the area over the affected nerve is sensitive to the touch.

Burning feet syndrome, also known as Grierson-Gopalan syndrome, is a set of symptoms in which the feet often become uncomfortably hot and painful. The burning sensation may become more intense at night, with some relief occurring during the day. Symptoms may range from mild to severe. The heat and pain can be limited to the soles of the feet, but also might affect the tops of the feet, the ankles, and even the lower legs. The symptoms of burning feet syndrome can result from many different conditions or diseases.