A curly fifth toe, aka adductovarus of the fifth digit is a very common complaint of many patients. The fifth digit is notorious for rubbing against the inside of the shoe and the curling of the digit makes it even worse. Here is how we can make your curly digit feel better. Conservative Methods Taping of the […]
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Deformed toes
I frequently have patients coming into the office concerned about the appearance of their toes. In addition to the look of the toes, patients also have complaints of pain as well. It is actually quite common for toes to transform in shape as we age. Over time, the tendons and ligaments start to tighten and […]
Hammertoe? In-Office Minimally-Invasive Procedures are the Answer!
Hammertoes are at the top of the list when it comes to patient complaints. They can be annoying when walking or just when you are looking at them. Patients often tell me that they cannot wear certain shoes because their hammertoes are being pressed upon and are in pain. The usual culprit is the 2nd […]
Contracted Toes Causing Pain? Read How To Fix Them!
Do your toes curl when you walk? Do they cause pain in your shoes? You may be suffering from hammertoes! A hammertoe(s) is when one or multiple toes start to curl causing a prominent bump on the top of the toe. Some people develop throbbing pain under the toe or the ball of the foot […]
Think you broke your toe? Don’t Forget to See Your Podiatrist!
We have all experienced waking up in the middle of the night and stubbing our toe on the bedpost. Toes are easy to catch on a sheet and they inevitably get caught in a divot in the ground. As soon as the accident happens…you see stars! Who knew there were that many nerve endings in […]