Hammer Toes

There are three joints to the lesser toes, in the case of a hammer toe the second joint of the toe is bent down (planterflexed) while the end joint of the toe stays straight. This lends the toes to have two pressure points one on the bent up joint and one on the bent down.

• Hammer toes are caused by biomechanical factors in the forefoot.
• Due to the positioning of the toe joints the toe becomes prone to corns and callous on the top raised joint and the bottom or plantar joint.

• Choose footwear that has a roomy toe area/forepart to prevent rubbing and low heel.
• Using toe tubifoam or silicone tubes can help to protect the exposed joints from excessive pressure.
• A good foot care cream can also keep the skin soft and elastic.