| What is a hammer toe? | | | | foot pain, corns and calluses. |
| A hammer toe is a joint deformity that occurs in the | | | | |
| second, third or fourth toe. It is described as a hammer | | | | How can I treat a hammer toe? |
| toe because the toe looks bent. If your toe is still | | | | If a hammer toe is not treated, it will only get worst. |
| flexible, you have a mild case of hammer toe. If your | | | | You can treat a hammer toe simply by choosing |
| toe is rigid and hard to move, it is a more severe case | | | | shoes that fit comfortably. This means that high heels, |
| of hammer toe. | | | | pointy shoes and shoes that are too narrow or short |
| | | | should be avoided so that your foot condition gets |
| What causes a hammer toe? | | | | better. Apply non-medicated pads to the corns on your |
| As is the case with most foot problems, a hammer | | | | feet until they go away. Soaking your feet in warm |
| toe usually is the result of shoes that are too tight. The | | | | water for 15 minutes daily will help to remove calluses. |
| constant pressure applied to your toes causes toes to | | | | Toe exercises are also very helpful. Practice stretching |
| bend over time. Basically, a hammer toe forms | | | | your toes out or try picking items off of the floor with |
| because your toes are cramped inside shoes for long | | | | your foot. Depending on the severity of your hammer |
| periods of time. High heels, especially, can lead to | | | | toe, you may have to go through physical therapy or |
| hammer toes. Symptoms of a hammer toe include | | | | undergo surgery. |