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What are three main forms of toe abnormalities in the human foot?

hammer toes, claw toes, and mallet toes.


Can arthritis cause hammer toes?

Yes


Does acupuncture help hammer toes?

Acupuncture does not really help hammer toes. Acupuncture increases blood flow to the feet and other areas but does not change malformations.


What is the medical term meaning Rheumatoid Arthritis in the toes?

Rheumatoid arthritis in the toes Forefoot problems such as hammer toes, claw toes, mallet toes, and bunions often develop as a result of arthritis, particularly rheumatoid arthritis.


Does it hurt when pins are removed from toes after hammer toe surgery?

No it does not hurt when a pin is removed from your toe after hammer toe surgery.


What does it look like to have two toes sewn together?

Terrible. I had it done as a teen for hammer toes and it was the worst thing ever. Impossible to correct except for amputation. Don't do it.


What are some of the factors that may cause deformities in the toes?

Genetic. All three toe deformities may be hereditary. Poorly fitted shoes


Why do my toes curl when I point my feet?

Your toes are curling because it is your bodies natural way of trying to point your feet farther. If it makes you feel any better my feet do it too.


Does hammer toe after surgery make your feet look better?

Yes alot! It makes your toes straight and not hooked.


Why does cat spread toes?

There are some cats, and even some humans, with a hereditary condition known as polydactyly. See the link below for more information. they just need to reach better in sertainplaces


What is brachydactly?

Brachydactly or brachdactyly is a hereditary disorder through which the child inherits smaller digits of both hands (compared to avergae length of digits) from one parent. In some cases, the child may inherit smaller toes also from one parent. The utility of the hands or toes is not diminished in most cases.


On each of my feet of have one hammer toe The smallest toe of them all It is so evil I would like to know how to straigten it and how much it would cost to get only these 2 toes fixed in surgery?

On each of my feet of have one hammer toe. The smallest toe of them all. It is so evil! I would like to know how to straighten it, and how much it would cost to get only these 2 toes fixed in surgery?