Hammertoes are a common type of foot deformity where the affected toes bend inward and, if left untreated, may cause them to permanently remain in this position. There are a lot of ways hammertoes can be treated by your podiatrist and these depend on the severity of the condition, so to learn more reach out to your local experts at Podiatry Associates of Indiana serving the areas of Carmel, Noblesville, Fishers, Plainfield, & Indianapolis, IN.

Complications and Treatment

As an early symptom of hammertoe, you may experience pain when trying to stretch or move your affected toe and those that surround it. At this stage you may still benefit from conservative treatments, which can include modifying your footwear, wearing custom orthotics, and physical therapy to gently stretch and move your toe back into position, and to relieve pain.

But once you're unable to flex or move your toe on your own then you may require surgical intervention to restore it. Surgery repositions the toe by removing deformed bone and realigning your tendons and joints. This type of surgery is usually an outpatient procedure, which means you should usually be able to return home the same day.

Hammertoes in Carmel, Noblesville, Fishers, Plainfield, & Indianapolis, IN

It's important to seek help from your podiatrist any time you're experiencing recurring foot discomfort. Typically, pain as a symptom often means that something has already gone wrong, or at minimum, needs to be addressed before it becomes a serious problem. Waiting too long to treat a hammertoe can result in lasting damage and in surrounding toes becoming deformed.

Prevention is your safest option and regular visits to your podiatrist, especially if you're at higher risk for complications, can greatly reduce your risk for these.

If you are concerned about hammertoes and are looking for help, you can schedule a consultation with your podiatrists at Podiatry Associates of Indiana in Carmel, Noblesville, Fishers, Plainfield, & Indianapolis, IN, by dialing (866) 344-FEET.