Neuromas

A neuroma is a painful sequela following a nerve injury. A neuroma can occur after a nerve is partially or completely disrupted by a cut, crush, or blunt injury.  After the trauma, the injured nerve ends try to re-connect but instead form a disorganized mass of nerve cells. This rounded clump of disorderly nerve growth is called a neuroma.  Neuromas are often painful, especially with direct pressure and can cause a tingling or electric shock sensation with contact. For this reason, they can impact daily activities through guarding from any direct contact to the injury site.