Hammertoes

Hammertoes

Like bunions, hammertoes are a deformity of the foot that may result from a long time of poor footwear choice, an injury or underlying medical condition, or genetics. Hammertoes are otherwise different from bunions in the way they appear and affect the feet. They can be identified through the claw or hammer shaped curve of a toe.  Patients affected by hammertoes will feel pain when waking and they may also find it difficult to move the toe, they may also notice swelling, redness and issues with calluses or corns.

Hammertoes can be treated with both conservative and surgical treatments, but the most effective method will be determined by the severity of the deformity.  If left untreated, hammertoes can easily progress and result in more pain and complications in mobility. For this reason, if you or someone in your family appears to be affected by hammer toes or experiences any form of foot pain, make an appointment with us at Affiliated Ankle and Foot Care.  We’ll determine whether or not there is an issue and provide the most effective treatment options.