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What can i do to fix a hammer toe?

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See a podiatrist: Your only real option for fixing is via surgery.

Answered 3/29/2014

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Dr. Payam Rafat answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Hammertoe care: Hammertoes can limit your ability to get into regular shoes. Try having your feet measured for more comfortable shoes with a higher toebox. Padding, hammertoe slints, and orthoces may be of benefit. If all fails surgery may be a good option.

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Dr. Libby Putnam answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Surgery vs. padding.: If you catch hammertoes in the early stages, a small, in-office procedure to release one of the tendons will often allow the toe to lie straight again. If the toe deformity has become rigid, the surgery is more involved. It's an outpatient procedure in an operating room, and can involve bone cuts, pins, screws, or other implants. Without surgery, your best bet is padding to reduce your discomfort.

Answered 3/29/2014

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