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Hammer toe is a term used to discribe a person whos toe bends downward and the middle joint curls up. This eventually results in the toe getting stuck into a claw-like position. When a person's shoe rubs against a hammer toe they can develope corns, blisters, and calluses that may form on the toe itself or on the bottom of their foot. This can make walking very painful. If you wish to read more about hammer toe you can find some great information here http://www.clevelandclinic.org/health/health-info/docs/0900/0953.asp.
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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 hammer digit mean in medical term?
Hammer Toe is hammer digit. It refers to a deformity of the middle joint of a toe, normally the large toe or baby toe. See link below from the National Institutes of Health.
What is the term for hammer on a slant?
toe
What is hallux malleus?
Hammer toe
What is hammered on a slant?
Toed - to toe in, hammer a nail in on a slant.
What is the medical term meaning hammer toe?
Hallux malleus
What is newest treatment for hammer toe?
The newest treatment for hammer toe includes minimally invasive procedures, such as tendon releases and joint fusions, which can help correct the deformity and alleviate pain. Custom orthotics and toe splints may also be used to help improve toe alignment and reduce symptoms associated with hammer toe. It is important to consult with a healthcare provider to determine the best treatment approach based on individual circumstances.
What causes hammer toe?
Hammer toe is often caused by wearing ill-fitting shoes that force the toes into a bent position. It can also result from muscle imbalance, arthritis, or genetics. Over time, the toe muscles and tendons can become tight and out of balance, leading to the characteristic hammer-like appearance.
How do you straighten a flexible Hammer toe without surgery?
You can't. There are silcone pads on the market that sit under the toe and are used to move it into a straigher position over time but they are not successful for most foot ailments and are not successful for hammer toe. If the toe is not painful and one is considering surgery for cosmetic reasons, the best option is to leave it. If the toe is painful or one decides the cosmetic reasons are sufficient, surgery is the only option. Importantly, one needs to be aware of why the hammer toe developed in the first place. Meaning, if surgery is completed, the reasons for the development of toe also need to be address. Ill fitting footwear e.g. narrow shoes or squeezing feet into the trendy and stylish heels are a common source of hammer toe, are a common cause. So if one insists on maintaining improper foot care, the hammer toe can redevelop. Genetic factors also come into play and whilst there is nothing one can do about these, one must take steps to limit hammer toes developing, such as not wearing narrow shoes.
Raised toe after hammer toe surgery?
I had my second toe straightened in August of 2010. Even though it is straight, it is much shorter than it was and has raised high enough that the third toe is bending down under the raised toe, causing severe callouses on the bottom of my feet which are very painful. I had the hammer toe about a year. Even though the raised toe is not as painful, I am still unable to wear most shoes and need a lot of padding to even walk.
Do people have bent toes?
Because there is a hammer toe which is a deformity of the toe. The end of the toe is bent downward. Hammer toe most often affects the second toe. However, it may also affect the other toes. The most common cause of hammer toe is wearing short, narrow shoes that are too tight. The toe is forced into a bent position. Muscles and tendons in the toe tighten and become shorter. Hammer toe is more likely to occur in: women who wear shoes that do not fit well or often wear shoes with high heels or children who wear shoes they have outgrown. The condition may be present at birth (congenital) or develop over time. In rare cases, all of the toes are affected. This may be caused by a problem with the nerves or spinal cord.
Can you get rid of hammer toes?
Surgical interventions such as toe-straightening procedures may be necessary in severe cases of hammer toes where conservative treatments have been ineffective. It's important to consult with a podiatrist to determine the best course of action for your specific condition. Strengthening and stretching exercises may also help alleviate symptoms and prevent worsening of hammer toes.
