Wearing too narrow shoes or having large bony joints of the midfoot can cause the condition. The pain comes and goes from the outer side of one toe to the inner side of the adjoining toe. Severe pain felt when tight shoes are worn. When barefoot there may be no pain. Pain resembling a mild electric shock.
Pain continues unless treated.
Ice massage the top of the foot. Wear wide, soft shoes. Wear a foam rubber pad in the shoes under the sole of the foot to spread bones apart. This reduces pressure on the nerve. Take ibuprofen or aspirin for relief of pain and inflammation.