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How is hammertoe treated?
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Jacqueline Kan
Podiatrist (General)
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In a true hammer toe the proximal joint is flexed. Treatment will depend on the situation, that is if the joint is flexible or fixed(severe arthritis), and in what way it causing a problem. If the joint is flexible, felt splints can be made by a podiatrist, which can encourage straightening, also exercises to stretch any tight tendons and intrinsic muscles may slow the problem from progressing. Paddings and cushioning devices as well as specific medical grade footwear can reduce pressure from the shoe upper rubbing on the joint, thus slowing or preventing corns and callouses. In severe cases with an arthritic, fixated joint , that is causing alot of diability and their is minimal relief with conservative mearures, surgery is your last resort.
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I have severe hammertoes on right foot plus swelling on top of instep most probably due to ballet when child but is now causing severe pain and disability in walking far. said it was arthritis just looking and feeling but had xray and now can see the damage would having the toes straightened surgically be a problem in walking? I am 76 yrs
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