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Hammer toe - a claw-like bending of a toe
When the middle or end joint of a toe gradually curves upward, it is referred to as a hammer toe.
This results in the toe assuming an aesthetically unappealing shape and, as a consequence, can lead to extremely painful pressure points and corns. The principle of correcting a hammer toe involves restoring a straight position and axis, which can be achieved through either soft tissue or additional bone procedures.
In bone procedures, the toe is typically straightened with a wire that is painlessly removed after 4-5 weeks. Alternatively, bone implants or screws may be used, which do not need to be removed later.
It is crucial to avoid excessive shortening of the toes during surgery. Unfortunately, we regularly see patients who have undergone hammer toe surgery elsewhere with this issue.
Treatment: Depending on the diagnosis
Surgery duration: 15 – 30 minutes per toe
Anesthesia: Regional anesthesia (optionally with twilight sleep)
Postoperative Care: Suture removal after 2 weeks, (wire removal after 4-5 weeks depending on the surgical method) forefoot relief shoe for 3-4 weeks
Return to Daily Activities: Depending on the profession, after 0-6 weeks, walking immediately possible
Below is a schematic representation of a surgical method for hammer toe for a rough overview.
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