Toe deformity surgery

Toe deformity surgery

Toe deformity surgery is a surgical procedure used to solve anatomical foot deformities: hammer toe deformity, claw toe deformity, and mallet toe deformity.

The most common reasons for the appearance of toe deformities are wearing tight shoes and toe compression. When this happens often and for a long time, the toes remain in this abnormal position. Long-term wearing of high-heeled shoes carries a particularly high risk of creating toe deformities.

Hammer toe deformity

A hammer toe deformity occurs when the toe is turned downward in its middle joint. This usually happens on the second finger and is often the result of the thumb pressing on it. As a result, very painful calluses are often seen on that finger. Due to the progressive nature of hammertoe deformity, it is advisable to see a doctor as soon as this change is noticed, because hammertoe deformity can never be repaired without surgical intervention.

Claw finger deformity

Claw finger deformity occurs as a result of downward bending of all interphalangeal joints on a certain toe, and the finger is bent like a claw or a clenched fist. While most other toe deformities are the result of uncomfortable footwear, claw toe deformity is most often caused by muscle disorders in rheumatoid arthritis, neuromuscular diseases, stroke or some other conditions.

Deformity of the little finger

The deformity of the little finger is a deformity in which the most distal joint of the finger is bent downwards. This is most commonly seen in the second toe in patients whose second toe is the longest. The formation of painful blisters on the top of the deformity of the little finger is common.

When is surgery for toe deformities performed?

Ignoring the symptoms of finger deformity can worsen these conditions and lead to serious complications. Conservative treatment begins with adjusting the footwear to the deformity. The goal is to reduce pressure and friction on the affected area.
Together with the surgeon, the patient considers all treatment options and chooses a plan adapted to his needs.

How is toe deformity surgery performed?

If surgery is recommended, it is important to fully understand and follow the surgeon’s recommendations before and after the procedure. Toe surgery aims to loosen the pinched joints of the toes to allow them to align properly. Fusion of bones, ie. foot phalanges, may also be necessary to prevent recurrence of the problem.

Recovery after toe deformity surgery

After surgery, stiffness, swelling, and redness in the toe often occur for 4-6 weeks. Although the patient will be able to support the foot immediately after surgery, he should try to limit his activity until the toe heals. Once healed, the toe may be slightly longer or shorter than it was before.
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