Have a Hammertoe..?

Hammertoe Surgery

What is a Hammertoe?

Hammertoes are a contracture of one or both

joints in the toes. This abnormal bending can put pressure on the toes when

wearing shoes, causing problems to develop.

The most common cause of hammertoes

is a muscle and tendon imbalance, which leads to bending of the toes,

and results in structural changes in the foot that occur

over time.

Treatment options vary based on the severity of the hammertoes.

What Causes a Hammertoe Foot Condition?

• A hammertoe is a deformity of the digits of your feet. The toe appears to be bent at the middle joint causing it to resemble a hammer.

• People with hammertoe may have calluses or corns near and around the joint and feel pain in their shoes.

The most common symptom of

hammertoe include pain, soreness,

inflammation and redness, burning sensations and

numbness in and around the front of

your foot.

Other symptoms of hammertoe may include:

• Deformity and prominence of a specific toe

• Swelling and redness of the joint of your big toe

• Thickening of skin, calluses, corns on the base of your toes

• Persistent pain in and around your big toe

• Restricted movement of your big toe, pain when you walk

If you have persistent foot pain or a visible bump or deformity on

your toe joint that decreases the movement of your toe it may be due

to a hammertoe, however a professional

consultation from a podiatrist who specializes in

hammertoes is recommended to be

sure.

Are Women More Likely to get Hammertoe?

• Hammertoe is more common in women as they tend to wear tighter, narrower shoes with increased heel height (high heels). These shoes place a lot of pressure onto the joint and predispose to deformity.

• It is common for patients to wear shoes that are too small and this can predispose to the problem.

Will I Need Hammer Toe Surgery?

• Depending on the severity of your condition and the cause, you may require a hammertoe surgery to best treat your hammertoe.

• Hammertoe surgery involves removing the swollen tissue and bone around your toe joint and straightening your toe.

CONTACT US:• Address: RNV Podiatry 6300 West Parker Road MOB 2 Suite 425 Plano, TX 75093• Phone:214-385-8822• Fax:877-713-4299• Website: http://www.rnvpodiatry.com/