I'm 76 and an avid walker. Lately, though, I've noticed a burning sensation and pain on the ball of my foot when I walk or stand--it's even worse if I'm barefoot or in socks. It feels like I'm walking on pebbles. The pain goes away when I'm off my feet. What might cause this?

Mayo Clin Health Lett. 2012 Sep;30(9):8.
No abstract available

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Metatarsal Bones
  • Metatarsalgia / diagnosis*
  • Metatarsalgia / prevention & control*
  • Walking*
  • Weight-Bearing*