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What is the definition or description of: hammer toe?
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Contracture: The primary abnormality in a hammer toe is a flex ion contracture of the PIP joint in a toe. This can cause pain and a callous to develop where it can potentially rub against a shoe. Hammer toes can occur in isolation, or they can be associated with other foot deformities such as a bunion for example.
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