Full Definition of KANGAROO. : any of various herbivorous leaping marsupial mammals (family Macropodidae) of Australia, New Guinea, and adjacent islands with a small head, large ears, long powerful hind legs, a long thick tail used as a support and in balancing, and rather small forelegs not used in locomotion. a leaping mammal of Australia and nearby islands that feeds on plants and has long powerful hind legs, a thick tail used as a support in standing or walking, and in the female a pouch on the abdomen in which the young are carried.
When to see a doctor. It's best not to ignore any foot pain that lasts longer than a few days. See your doctor if you experience a burning pain in the ball of your foot that's not improving, despite changing your footwear and modifying activities that may cause stress to your foot. Morton's neuroma seems to occur in response to irritation, pressure or injury to one of the nerves that lead to your toes.
Morton's Neuroma. Causes of Mortonâs Neuroma. People with foot issues such as hammer toes, bunions, flat feet or highly-flexible feet are more likely to develop Morton's neuromas. Wearing shoes with a toe box that is too tight, which can compress the toes and forefoot.