10 Hammer Toe Symptoms

By alysha

Reviewed: dr. vanta

Article Sources

1. ’Hammer Toe.’ OrthoInfo, orthoinfo.aaos.org/en/diseases--conditions/hammer-toe
2. ’Hammertoes: Causes, Relief & Treatment.’ Cleveland Clinic, my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17038-hammertoes
3. ’Hammertoe.’ Foot Health Facts, www.foothealthfacts.org/conditions/hammertoe

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Restricted Toe Movement

Hammertoe can restrict the movement of the toe joint. The affected toe may have a limited range of motion or be unable to lie flat. In the early stages of the condition, gently stretching or repeatedly curling and extending the affected toe can help improve mobility and reposition the joint.

After some time, people with hammertoes may be unable to move their toes. If the movement of the toe is entirely restricted, surgery may be necessary to correct the condition.

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