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Hammertoe is a deformity that causes one of the toe joints to bend abnormally, often resulting in the toe curling downward instead of lying flat. This condition commonly affects the smaller toes and may progressively worsen over time if left untreated.
As the deformity progresses, the affected toe may rub against footwear, leading to pain, redness, swelling, calluses, corns, and even open wounds on the top of the joint. Hammertoe can also interfere with walking, balance, and shoe comfort.
At our New York foot clinic, we carefully evaluate the cause and severity of the hammertoe deformity to create a customized treatment plan tailored to your symptoms, lifestyle, and long-term foot health goals.
Conservative treatment often focuses on reducing pressure and irritation while improving alignment and comfort. Depending on the severity of the deformity, treatment may include padding, orthotics, shoe modifications, physical therapy, or surgery.
If the hammertoe becomes rigid, painful, or progressively worsens despite conservative care, minimally invasive surgery may be recommended to correct the deformity and restore proper toe alignment.
With early diagnosis and appropriate treatment, many patients experience significant improvement in pain, comfort, and mobility. Conservative care may successfully manage mild cases, while surgery can provide long-term correction and relief for more severe deformities.
Proper treatment can help restore function, reduce pressure-related injuries, and improve overall foot alignment and quality of life.
Pads and protective devices may be used to reduce friction and pressure caused by footwear rubbing against the toe joint during walking and standing.
Wearing shoes with a spacious toe box helps minimize irritation, reduce pressure on the deformity, and improve daily comfort.
Orthotics may help restore proper foot alignment and reduce abnormal pressure contributing to the progression of hammertoe deformities.
When conservative treatment is no longer effective, surgery may be performed to release tight soft tissue structures or correct the bone deformity itself. Our minimally invasive microsurgery techniques use smaller incisions, reduce scarring, and often allow for faster recovery times.
Mild hammertoe symptoms may improve with conservative treatment and supportive footwear changes. However, because hammertoes are often progressive, more advanced deformities may eventually require surgical correction for long-term relief.
Recovery time following surgery varies depending on the severity of the condition and the procedure performed, although minimally invasive techniques often result in reduced downtime and quicker healing compared to traditional surgery.
If your Hammertoe is causing you pain or discomfort, our NYC foot doctors can help!
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Sometimes scar tissue builds up in a tendon and causes the tendon to lose its elasticity. At that point, chronic Achilles tendinitis can be treated by removing the scar tissue using a minimally invasive procedure like Tenex. This uses a wand that transmits ultrasonic energy to break through the scar tissue leaving healthy tissue behind. Downtime is minimal and return to normal activity is about a week.
Grab a resistance band (or even a stretchy t-shirt)! Place the band or shirt around the ball of your foot. Pull the two ends of the band or shirt towards you until you feel a nice stretch in the back of your leg. Hold this stretch for 30 seconds, and relax for 10 seconds. Repeat this 5-10 times for both legs!
Achilles tendonitis rarely requires surgery. However, if treatment is delayed or neglected, there could be further damage such as a tendon tear. This would require surgical repair, and although we can do this with minimally invasive techniques, it is better to prevent damage when possible. Don’t ignore your pain. See your podiatrist as soon as possible.
By accurately diagnosing, treating, and preventing lower leg, foot, and ankle conditions and ailments, we get you on your way back to healthy feet! We use conservative care and only activate surgeries when absolutely necessary. Here are some of the foot and ankle conditions we treat. Get that peace of mind, and reach out and book an appointment with us today!
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