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	You are in Foot Problems > Arch and Ball Problems > Plantar Fibromas (lumps in the arch of the foot). Flat Feet (over pronation)  •  Metatarsalgia (foot pain in ball)  •  Plantar Fibromas (lumps in the arch of the foot)  •  Sesamoiditis Arch and Ball Problems - Plantar Fibromas (lumps in the arch of the foot) A plantar fibroma is a benign tissue tumor or growth on the plantar, or bottom surface of the foot. Unlike plantar warts, which grow on the skin, these grow deep inside on a thick fibrous band called the plantar fascia. When non-surgical measures for treating plantar fibromas, such as orthotics, have failed to provide adequate relief of symptoms, surgical removal is a reasonable option. Copyright ©2012 Officite The lateral ligament on the outer ankle is most prone to injury.