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Hammer Toes
Hammer Toes occur when the tendons and ligaments around the
toes become contracted and the toes take on a "claw-like" appearance.
The problem is aggravated when the toes come in contact with the
top of a shoe causing "corns" to form on the tops of the toes. In severe cases, a callus can also
form at the end of one or more toes.
The most common method of correction at Center for Advanced
Foot Surgery is as follows. The tendon (muscle attachments) on the top and bottom of the toe are
"lengthened." Then, using a special drill, a small cut is made across one of the joints and/or
bones in the toe, allowing the joint to be realigned, and thus the toe straightened. After these
procedures are performed, it is usually necessary for the patient to wear a post-surgical shoe for
one week.
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