Hammer toe is a deformity of the joint of the second, third or fourth toes causing them to be permanently bent. Â
Symptoms may include:Â
- Evidence of toes clawing or crossing over each otherÂ
- Pain in toesÂ
- Rigid and immobile toesÂ
- Some difficulty in movingÂ
- Change in walking gait Â
- Pressure on other areas from not loading the foot correctlyÂ
- Pain in ankles, knees or hips due to a change in movement patternsÂ
- Development of corns and callousesÂ
You occasionally see this in children who are born with the condition.Â
Possible causes include:Â
- Ill-fitting shoes – too tight, narrow or smallÂ
A shoe with a wide toe box and thicker sole can help those suffering from hammer toes - the extra length and the soft upper in the shoe may help them feel more comfortable.Â
Talk with a Sole Mechanics foot technician to discuss the shoe features that are right for you and discover foot comfort.Â
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