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A member asked:

My three year old boys 2nd toe has become crowded and sits above the rest of his toes, despite well fitting shoes.. what else could cause this?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Family character: It may be a characteristic present in the family.

Answered 3/5/2013

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See below: He probably has a tight tendon. You can try stretching exercises or splinting the toe. If no success see a podiatrist.

Answered 3/6/2013

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Dr. Marshall Solomon answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Splitting toe: Gently splitting the toe downward with tape. Also massage toe manually plantarward.

Answered 10/4/2016

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