Hammertoe Surgery

Patient considering surgery to correct hammertoes have had pain that has not been relieved with conservative treatment. Conservative treatment consists of shoe modifications, digital padding and spacers, and shoe inserts (orthotics). Most patients experience discomfort secondary to shoe irritation resulting in soft corns calluses, and blisters. Other ailments included crooked toes, contracted toes, and rigid/stiff toes.

Hammertoe surgery involves straightening the toes back into a natural looking appearance. As with most surgery, there are multiple procedures available, which will be determined based on the structural nature of your toes. Other factors that are taken into consideration include your age, numbers of toes that require correction, and severity of the contractures.

Available procedures include fusing the bones of the toe, removing a portion of bone in the toe, and in some rare cases amputation may be decided on as the best option. In regards to fusing the toe, a pin, screw, or small implant may be used to stabilize the toe while it heals. These implants can stay in the toe forever if buried internally, however, in some cases the implant may extend out through the end of the toe and can be removed in the office during the post-operative recovery period.

Patients can walk immediately after surgery in a protective shoe or boot. Multiple post-operative visits are required to monitor the healing of the toes and typically by six weeks the toes begin to show that healing is complete. As with all foot surgery, swelling may extend beyond this time frame and is correlated directly with patient activities.

When To Seek Treatment For Hammertoes

Hammertoe is an affliction that will not go away on its own, and by catching it early you are saving yourself from not only further discomfort, but also from potentially doing permanent damage to your feet.

The Podiatrists here at the Ankle and Foot Centers of Georgia specialize in the treatment of hammertoes and their underlying causes, and will work with you to determine the best treatment for your condition.

Make An Appointment Today!

To help you get back on your feet, please call the Ankle and Foot Centers of Georgia today at: 404-351-5015. Or you can CLICK HERE to contact us by email. We are here and standing by to help you resolve your hammertoe condition.