Hammer ToesJackson, WY
WHAT IS A HAMMER TOE?
A hammertoe is an abnormal bending of the second, third, or fourth toes. This is a mild deformity that can get progressively worse. In the beginning, hammertoes are flexible and can be corrected with noninvasive, simple measures. The abnormal bending can put painful pressure on the toe when wearing shoes and if untreated, hammertoes may require surgery because they stop responding to non-surgical treatments.
WHAT CAUSES HAMMER TOE?
Hammer toe is most often caused by wearing shoes that do not fit correctly combined with other factors such as muscle/tendon imbalance, age, foot structure, etc. Hammertoes can be genetic and may form from trauma to the toe.
DIAGNOSING AND TREATING HAMMER TOE
To properly diagnose hammer toe a podiatrist may examine your foot, get a history, manipulate your foot to understand symptoms, and possibly order X-rays. Hammertoes progressively become worse if not treated. They will not go away by themselves. There are several non-surgical treatment options available including:
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Ambulatory Foot & Ankle Clinic is located at
557 East Broadway
Jackson, WY
83001.
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