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A member asked:

Has it been proven that loose shoes cause clawed toes?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

No : I have never heard of that in the past.

Dr Beresh and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/13/2012

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Somewhat: Loose shoes do not directly cause claw toes. If your shoes are loose enough you will grip with your toes to hold on to your shoes. This, over time, may lead to clawing of the toes.

Dr Beresh and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/27/2016

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