Hammer Toe, Mallet Toe

Hammertoe and Mallet toe

It is defined as the condition in which there is deformity occur due to the imbalance between the muscles, tendons and ligaments which are used to hold the toe straight. It is the abnormal bend in the middle joint of a toe.

Causes

Following are the causes of hammertoe and mallet toe:

• Abnormal muscles balance
• Trauma or injury
• Wearing high heeled shoes or footwear

Complications

Complications are rare but it may cause the painful corns and calluses due to the rubbing against the high portion of the toes each other.

Diagnosis

It can be diagnosis at clinically by seeing your foot by your doctor, he/she might recommend the x-ray to check the further damage to the bones and joints of the foot.

Treatment

In this condition flexible and roomier shoes might be helpful. Orthotics pads also reduce pain and pressure. Conservative treatment does not helpful much, only surgical process resolve this condition permanently.

Lifestyle and Home Remedies

• Wear proper footwear
• Wear flexible and comfortable shoes
• Use pain killers
• Apply topical analgesic