Hammer Toe Treatments

Treatment

Talk with your doctor about the best treatment plan for you. Treatment options include the following:

Conservative Treatments

Splinting the affected toe
Switching to properly sized footwear with roomy toe boxes
Splints, straps, cushions, or corn pads to relieve symptoms
Applying an appropriate moisturizing cream to keep the skin soft

Corrective Surgery

Severe cases require an operation to straighten the joint.

Tendons may be cut or transferred.
The middle joint of the toe may be fused together.

If you are diagnosed with hammer toe, follow your doctor's instructions.

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