Question 1

can the doctor remove the pin from your toe after hammer toe surgery if the top of the pin breaks off?

Accepted Answer

: As long as the pin as not receded into the toe the wire will be easily removed   If the pin has receded into the toe it will be more invoked . I am not sure how you managed to do this.

Question 2

what is hammer toe surgery like?

Accepted Answer

Fairly simple: Depending on the severity of the hammertoe a piece of bone is removed from the toe and often times a digital implant is inserted to hold the toe in position.

Question 3

how long does it normally take to recover from hammer toe surgery?

Accepted Answer

Up to 3 months: It generally takes 2-3 weeks for the initial phase of healing (assuming you have no pins). It may take 3 months for most of the fullness to resolve.

Question 4

recently 3 weeks ago i had hammer toe surgery and pins put in place. clearly the pin in big toe is migrating out. is this a problem that would require er visit?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, you should.

Question 5

can you get surgery for hammer toe?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It will involve removing part of the joint. Procedures and deformities vary so speak with a podiatrist.

Question 6

what is the surgery like for hammer toe?

Accepted Answer

Out patient: Surgery. Depending on severity of the deformity the surgeon will choose the procedure. The surgery will straighten the toe.

Question 7

is there a surgery for crossover toe or hammer toe?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There are several procedures that can correct this. The surgery is out patient.

Question 8

i had a hammer toe on both my feet. i had surgery 6 yrs ago. recently my right foot started to hurt again, what can i do?

Accepted Answer

Have it re-evaluated: On occasion, following surgery people may develop a bone spur which may become painful after some time.  Go back to the doctor and have it re-evaluated.

Question 9

i got hallux valgus hammer toe correction surgery. how long is the road to recovery?

Accepted Answer

Ask surgeon: This should have been all spelled out for you before the procedure. There are also different procedures that take different amounts of time to heal.

Question 10

is there anyway to fix a bunion and hammer toes without surgery?

Accepted Answer

Bunion and hammertoe: yes. But it depends on how bad the deformity is. In some mild or simple cases of bunions and hammertoes an orthotic in the shoes can help realign the mechanics of the foot and reduce the deformities. In more severe cases when the deformity is more rigid/ arthritis, it's less likely an insert will work and surgery is indicated. Go see your local Podiatrist and have you foot evaluated

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Can the doctor remove the pin from your toe after hammer toe surgery if the top of the pin breaks off?

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What is hammer toe surgery like?

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How long does it normally take to recover from hammer toe surgery?

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Recently 3 weeks ago i had hammer toe surgery and pins put in place. clearly the pin in big toe is migrating out. is this a problem that would require er visit?

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Can you get surgery for hammer toe?

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What is the surgery like for hammer toe?

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Is there a surgery for crossover toe or hammer toe?

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I had a hammer toe on both my feet. i had surgery 6 yrs ago. recently my right foot started to hurt again, what can i do?

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I got hallux valgus hammer toe correction surgery. how long is the road to recovery?

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Is there anyway to fix a bunion and hammer toes without surgery?

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