Could be a neuroma: Pain under the metatarsal heads (Ball of the foot) is very commonly caused by a Morton's neuroma. This occurs between the 3rd and 4th toes, although neuromas can be found between the 2nd and 3rd. In such a case the nerve under the foot supplying the 2 adjacent toes with feeling, becomes entrapped or degenerated. Acute trauma can cause this. Burning and numbness generally tells me nerve!
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