A hammertoe is a dislocation of the joint of any
one of the toes. It is described as a hammertoe because it bends under
like a claw, or like the hammer in a piano.
A corn or a callus usually will form either on the end of the toe or
from shoe pressure on the prominent portion of the toe. These types of
toes can be hereditary in nature, or the deformity can be the result of
faulty foot function. This deformity may be quite flexible at first but
damage to the affected joint eventually results in a rigid deformity.
Several types of treatment are available for this condition.
Conservative care would include trimming the corn or callus and padding
to reduce shoe pressure. However, this does not correct the hammered
condition. The only way to correct the deformity is with a minor
surgical procedure, generally performed under local anesthesia. In cases
in which surgical intervention may not be advisable, special types of
shoes can be prescribed by your podiatrist in order to accommodate the
hammertoe condition.
Can a podiatrist easily relieve you of the continual suffering caused by
hammertoe? We make it easy for you to find out. Here's how...
The physicians and staff of the A Step Ahead Foot & Ankle Centers
maintain two complete podiatric clinical facilities and provide
24-hour emergency service. We participate in most health plans including
Blue Cross / Blue Shield, Medicare, and Medicaid. We complete and file
all necessary insurance forms and make every effort to assure you of
maximum benefits with minimum out-of-pocket expense.
You are invited to make an appointment today to relieve your foot
problems by calling us at 970-493-4660 or 970-667-0769.
