"When a person has metatarsal pain, the ball of their foot hurts and swells up. If someone engages in activities that require running and jumping, they may develop it. There are additional factors as well, such as foot abnormalities and excessively tight or loose shoes.
Apply ice to afflicted area several times a day, for about 20 minutes at a time, use metatarsal muscle to take over-the-counter pain medication. "
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