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Last three toes on both feet will curl down on their own and cramp up, it's painful and annoying. it comes and go's. what is this?

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Dr. Thomas Inwood answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Toes: This is caused by overuse of the intrinsic muscles of the foot. See your podiatrist for an evaluation and diagnosis.

Answered 5/18/2016

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