Hammertoe
Podiatrist, Hammertoe Doctor & Surgeon in Montebello & Burbank, CA
Hammertoe & Mallet Toe
Foot deformities, hammertoe and mallet toe are caused by an imbalance in the ligaments, tendons or muscles that normally hold the toe straight.
Hammertoe is a deformity of the second, third, fourth or fifth toes. In this condition, the toe is bent at the middle joint, resembling a hammer. Untreated hammertoes can become inflexible & require surgery. People with hammertoe may have corns or calluses on the top of the middle joint of the toe or on the tip of the toe. Hammertoes may cause pain in toes or feet.
Treatment for the condition typically involves shoes with soft, roomy toe boxes and toe exercises to stretch and strengthen the muscles. Commercially available straps, cushions or non-medicated corn pads may also relieve symptoms.