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Hammertoes

Hammertoes are deformities that involve tightening of the tendons in affected toes and occur most often in the second, third or fourth toe. This condition is often caused by poorly fitting shoes. Podiatry Today features a number of related articles on topics ranging from digital arthrodesis and crossover toe deformity to complications of hammertoe surgery and shoewear modifications.  Feel free to browse through our articles below.


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Treating Severe Deformity In Young Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis
Pan metatarsal head resection and hammertoe correction ? Hammertoe, bunion and metatarsal length correction ? Hammertoe, bunion and metatarsal correction with extensor tendon transfer ?


Taking A Novel Approach To Hammertoe Surgery
One would then identify the extensor mechanism. Irrigate the surgical site with normal saline. Dr. Burks practices in Little Rock, Ark. Editor?
Essential Insights On Flexor Tendon Transfers
Point-Counterpoint: Is Fusion The Best Option For Crossover Toe Deformity?
A New Approach For Correcting Hammertoe Deformities
Through the years, surgeons have employed several methods and devices to facilitate fusion across the lesser proximal interphalangeal joints (PIPJ) for stable hammertoe correction. At this point, you should reconfirm toe length and alignment before proceeding. You also don?
Exploring New Advances In Digital Arthrodesis
Is The InterPhlex A Viable Option In Hammertoe Surgery?
However, a new interphalangeal digital implant has emerged for the correction of hammertoe deformities. Postoperative care depends on the preference of the podiatric surgeon. Dr. Burks practices in Little Rock, Ark. Editor?
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Offering insights and pearls from their experience, these authors discuss essential preoperative and intraoperative steps for reducing the risk of complications from hammertoe surgery. They also offer salient advice for rectifying complications when they occur.