Why did podiatrist inject cortisone into my neuroma?

Pain relief: Foot neuromas are usually caused by the trauma of foot bones compressing a nerve to the forefoot and toes. Once formed, they remain. But pain due to a neuroma may subside unless there is associated inflammation around the neuroma. "cortisone" (usually a much more potent synthetic analogue) injected into the areas relieves swelling and thus usually the pain.

Reduce inflammation: This is a common in office treatment for neuromas to reduce pain and inflammation.

Treatment option: Under certain circumstances, a cortisone injection can be used to decrease your pain and inflammation at the area of concern.