Guidance and insights to help you understand and manage your foot pain.
Capsulitis of the second toe is one of the most common causes of pain in the ball of the foot. It occurs when the capsule at the base of the second toe becomes irritated and inflamed, often leading to sharp, burning, or bruised pain under the joint.
Ball of foot pain (also called metatarsalgia) is one of the most common foot complaints and one of the most misunderstood. It is usually caused by overuse, stiffness of the big toe, poor fitting shoes or an acute injury like hyperextension or impact injury.
Second toe capsulitis is persistent and debilitating. It can vary from mild discomfort to a burning or bruised pain under the base of the second toe that can make every step feel like you're walking on a pebble.