Hammer toe repair

Flexion contracture of the toe

A hammer toe is a toe that stays in a curled or flexed position.

This can occur in more than one toe.

This condition is caused by:

  • Muscle imbalance
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Shoes that do not fit well
Hammer toe

Hammer toe is a condition where a toe bends downward like a claw. You can be born with hammer toe or develop it from wearing short, narrow shoes. Symptoms of hammer toe include foot pain, calluses on the sole of the foot, or corns on the top of the toe. Treatment of mild cases and cases in children can include foot manipulation and splinting of the toe. More severe cases may need surgery to straighten the toe joint.

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