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This procedure is performed to straighten the joint or joints of the toe. If you are suffering from big toe deformities or smaller toe deformities such as mallet toe, claw toe and hammer toe, you may require toe fusion surgery.
Arthroplasty is one of the most common podiatric surgeries. In this procedure, the podiatrist removes a tiny piece of the bone from your misshapen joint, making your toe straight by removing the buckling effect. In some cases, an artificial joint may be used to replace the joint.
5 sie 2023 · Hammertoe surgery is a procedure to correct a deformity in the second, third, or fourth toe—a bend at the middle joint that makes the toe look like a claw or hammer. The surgery is performed to lessen pain or improve flexibility when the muscles in the toe can’t stretch and straighten.
Aesthetic toe straightening surgery corrects toe deformities for improved appearance. It can address bunions, hammertoes, and other cosmetic issues.
Surgery can help alleviate pain when a hammer toe becomes fixed, immobile, and painful. Hammer toe correction surgery straightens the affected joint by trimming ligaments, tendons, and bone. This procedure frees the joint and allows the affected toe to straighten out.
Surgery usually involves removing the ‘knuckle’ of the toe (arthroplasty) or breaking and resetting the toe (arthrodesis). A wire may be placed through the toe to hold it straight whilst it heals. This will be in place for 4 to 6 weeks and removed at your redressing appointment.
Toe straightening surgery is often the solution for a variety of conditions that distort or impair toe alignment, including genetic malformations, chronic pain, bone or muscular diseases, corrections needed after injuries or unsuccessful surgeries, and even aesthetic concerns.
