Straighten Bent Toe
Hammertoe Correction
WHAT CAUSES BENT HAMMERTOES ?
Hammer toe occurs from an imbalance in the muscles surrounding the middle toe joint. These muscles, tendons, and ligaments work together to bend and straighten the toes.
If one of the muscles weakens, it cannot bend or straighten the toe. If the toe stays bent long enough, the muscles tighten and the toe will not be able to straighten out.
These muscle weaknesses and imbalances are caused by a variety of factors. Because some of the causes for hammer toe are avoidable, it is possible to minimize risk of developing hammer toe.
WHAT ARE COMMON SYMPTOMS OF HAMMER-TOES ?
SHOES - wearing high heels or shoes that are too tight through the box can force toes into a flexed position. When worn repeatedly, the toes may not be able to straighten, even when barefoot.
SEX - women are more likely to develop hammer toe than men.
Injuries - When a toe is broken, stubbed, or jammed, it may be more likely to develop hammer toe.
AGE - risk increases with age.
TOE LENGTH - if the second toe is longer than the big toe, hammer toe is more likely to occur.
DISEASES - people suffering from conditions like arthritis or diabetes are more likely to develop foot problems, including hammer toe.
GENETICS - sometimes, hammer toe is hereditary and may run in families.
Tenderness around the area is a potential sign that at least one of your toes is out of alignment, and a crooked toe complaint can present itself in a number of ways. Swelling around the joint with pain, inflammation and redness indicates a definite problem.
If your shoes are giving you grief, you have open sores, or painful calluses, it’s very probable that those little digits at the end of your feet need some well-deserved attention.
Often referred to by a variety of terms; bunions, hammer toe, claw toe or mallet toe and crooked toes are a common and lasting issue for many individuals, and can cause a great deal of discomfort.
Will surgical correction of my CROOKED TOES improve the cosmetic appearance of my foot?
Surgical correction is aimed both at effectively reducing pain and restoring comfort and function, as well as restoring the natural look of the back of your feet.
You will generally be more at risk of developing bunions if you have a history of arthritis, have experienced foot trauma, over-pronation, and last but not least, ill-fitting shoes.
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Permanent, surgical treatment of painful crooked Hammer Toe condition
SURGICAL OPTIONS
The surgery aims to reposition the toe, realign tendons, and remove deformed or injured bone. Often, surgery is carried out as an outpatient, so the individual can normally go home on the same day as the procedure.
Arthroplasty
half of the joint under the crooked part of the toe is removed to help the toe straighten.
Arthrodesis
similar to above, but the entire joint is removed and a wire or pin is inserted to help healing.
Tendon transfer
tendons from under the toe are rerouted to above the toe to aid straightening. This procedure may be done in conjunction with other surgical interventions.
Basal phalangectomy
for individuals with severe stiffness. The base of the bone underneath the toe is removed.
Weil osteotomy
metatarsal bone is shortened and surgical hardware is inserted to aid healing.
TYPICAL COSTS
We are working on some standardized pricing ranges for this procedure. Because of the range of procedures and variation in requirements, we are unable to quote a cost range at this time. Please contact our offices for a diagnosis.
REHABILITATION / RECUPERATION / RECOVERY
This is largely an out-patient procedure. The incision is minimal (0.5cm to 1.5cm) and sutures are removed at 2 weeks. Weight bearing in a post operative shoe or open toe sandal is allowed after 48 to 72 hours of rest and elevation. Sports, exercise, and different types of shoes (dress, work, running, etc.) can be worn as soon as 3 weeks depending upon patient preference, swelling, incision sensitivity.
Maintaining a healthy diet is a key step in prevention, with some of the key nutrients including:
Protein: consuming protein will greatly assist your body in healing, delivering the cells it needs for wound care.
Vitamin C: This nutrient is found in a number of fruits and vegetables and helps the body to create a protein that helps to make skin, as well as repair and heal wounds.
Zinc: Found in red meat, shellfish, spinach and nuts and seeds. Zinc helps the body structure the cell membranes that are pivotal in healing wounds.
Specialized Technology
Tayton uses the latest technologies. See Arthrix Video below. The TenFUSE PIP allograft is derived from 100% solid human cortical bone (not crushed). It is also partially demineralized for osteoconductivity and osteoinductivity (to maintain inductive and conductive properties).
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What are the safest options for pain relief ?
As podiatrists and foot surgeons, we are committed to helping patients understand the surgery process. The type of anesthesia that we use for extremity foot surgery is very light. Patients are out and not conscious, which is what most people want to know. You are not going to wake up during the procedure.
Anesthetic is very light and very safe. The procedures are always around an hour to two hours max so there’s not as much time under sedation and henceforth, less complications and less difficulties waking up and feeling groggy or hungover.
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Our office will work with you on costs. When patients come into the office, insurance coverage is discussed and verified. We check to see where their deductible is, what type of out of pocket expenses are required so you know where you are on that level.
Second of all, we look into the type of facility. For example, we have in-network and out of network facilities. I am an In-Network foot doctor and foot surgeon in Houston provider so they don’t have to worry about my coverage on their insurance.
Our office submits each procedure so you know about coverage.
We use surgical and non-surgical techniques to improve the appearance of our patient’s feet
Our physicians are the top practitioners in cosmetic foot surgery. We can correct deformities, improve comfort and appearance of feet and ankles.
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