A hammer toe is a potentially painful toe deformity. We look at the types of hammer toe surgery, as well as what to expect during and after the procedure.

Hammer toe surgery should relieve the pain, discomfort, and cosmetic concerns. Next step. In order to prepare for your surgery, here a few things to do: Line up a ride home after the procedure.

Hammertoe surgery is a procedure to correct a deformity in the second, third, or fourth toe—a bend at the middle joint that makes the toe look like a claw or hammer. Your healthcare provider may ...

A hammertoe is a deformity of the smaller toes. In this condition, the toe is flexed at the middle joint and is extended at the distal interphalangeal (DIP) joint. Other deformities, called claw ...

Hammertoe is a deformity of the toe where it buckles and bends. It is most often the result of constant rubbing against footwear, but doctors say surgery can help correct the problem.

Dr. Lance Reeves is proud to announce the upcoming launch of the Podiatry Minimally Invasive Surgery Center, a dedicated ...

Kept on ice before surgery, the implant expands with the heat of the body, holding the bone in place while it heals. "This has been a revolutionary change for hammertoe surgery," said Parekh.

Dear Dr. Gott: I am a 59-year-old female. I have developed two hammertoes on my left foot and one on my right foot during the past three months. I went to a podiatrist, who advised me to use a ...

Q: I am a 59-year-old woman. I have developed two hammertoes on my left foot and one on my right foot during the past three months. I went to a podiatrist, who advised me to use a cold pack for 20 … ...