What Are Hammer, Claw, and Mallet Toes?
Hammer, claw, and mallet toes are toes that have the wrong shape most commonly due to wearing shoes that are too tight. Other factors that may cause these conditions include:
- Brain, nerve, or spinal cord injury
- Genetic birth defects
- Joint disease
- Peripheral neuropathy
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- Poor blood flow
- Prolonged bed rest
- Toe injury
Hammer toes curve up at the middle toe joint, while mallet toes curve up at the joint closest to the tip. Claw toes curve at both the middle and tip joints causing the toe to curl down toward the floor.
How Can Therawear Help Treat Mallet, Claw, and Hammer Toes?
Mallet, claw, and hammer toes may be treated at home with toe pads and supports. Toe exercises and broad toed shoes are also often recommended to help straighten out mallet, claw, and hammer toes. Therawear offers a selection of products to help correct improperly shaped toes. Each of our products fits comfortably inside your shoes. For best results, wear Therawear's toe supports or straighteners every day.
If the mallet, claw, or hammer toes persist after treatment, talk to you doctor or healthcare provider about the possibility of surgery.
