What are claw toes or hammer toes?
Claw toes are a deformity in which the toes curl up and bend downward in a claw-like shape. This condition affects two joints in the toe: the metatarsophalangeal joint (at the base of the toe) is hyperextended, while the proximal and distal interphalangeal joints (at the middle and tip of the toe) are flexed.
Treatment of claw or hammer toes
At Clínica Poyatos, as a leading podiatrist in Malaga, we will evaluate whether to carry out an effective conservative or surgical treatment to solve your problem of claw toes or hammer toes. Prevention and early treatment are key to solving this condition and avoiding major complications.
In severe cases, when conservative treatments are not effective, surgery can be performed to correct the alignment of the toes. This may include the use of Kirchner wires or intramedullary implants to maintain the correction. Make an appointment at our clinic, our specialized podiatrists will assess your case and offer you the most effective solution to treat or operate on claw or hammer toes.
Our patients leave foot surgery walking in a walker “boot.” They keep it on for 4 to 6 weeks depending on the surgery.
Importance of Footprint Study.
Foot deformities often arise from changes in the way the foot supports and distributes the load when walking. To ensure effective and long-lasting correction, it is essential to analyze these movements and correct them through surgery when necessary.
A detailed gait study is key to identifying the exact cause of the deformity, making an accurate diagnosis and applying the appropriate treatment. Only in this way can we ensure that the surgery provides definitive results, preventing the deformity from reappearing over time.
We perform foot surgery interventions in referral hospitals, guaranteeing maximum safety and advanced technology in every operation.
Our interventions are carried out in the following centers:
