Hammertoe Surgery

Southwest Foot & Ankle Centre provides hammertoe surgery to straighten contracture issues and deformed toes, performed by our skilled Podiatric Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Mr Paul Armanasco.

Hammertoe is the contracture (bending) from the middle joint of the second, third, fourth or fifth toes (or all four). When living with hammertoe, everyday tasks such as wearing shoes and walking can be extremely painful due to applied pressure on the deformed or stacked toes. If you’re experiencing hammertoe or ongoing toe discomfort, you may require professional treatment.

With over 10 years of experience in foot surgery and over 20 years in foot and ankle care, Paul is a highly-trained specialist who values his clients and their well-being. Patients can trust Paul’s expertise to ensure the best possible outcome for their hammertoe surgery. Learn more about Paul and his services by visiting his dedicated website at www.paularmanasco.com.au.

Hammertoe often begins as a mild deformity and gradually progresses into a condition that can cause discomfort and pain. Essentially, hammertoe occurs when there’s an imbalance in the muscles, tendons, or ligaments in the toes, causing them to become stuck in a bent position.

Common causes of hammertoe include:

● Toe trauma from a past injury, excessive walking, or sports

● Wearing shoes that fit incorrectly

● Bunions

Additionally, certain medical conditions like diabetes or arthritis can increase the risk of developing hammertoe. Whether from fashionable footwear or a pre-existing medical condition, hammertoe is an uncomfortable ailment that’s important to address early on. If you’re experiencing difficulties and pain when walking or putting on shoes – it may be time to explore hammertoe treatment options.

At Southwest Foot & Ankle Care, we believe everyone deserves to start each day on the right foot. Our skilled Podiatric team are here to provide effective hammertoe treatment options where we’re with you every step of the way.

Depending on the severity of your situation, there are a number of hammertoe treatments available that don’t involve surgery. However, if you’re encountering toe discomfort daily, it’s best to book a consultation with our team to best assess your needs.

Non-surgical hammertoe treatment options can vary from changing shoes to performing daily toe exercises. However, these treatments do not fix hammertoe; they may only slow the toe’s natural progression.

Hammertoe correction surgery begins by removing some bone from the toe at the bent or raised joint to straighten it. Sometimes a keyhole technique is all that is required to correct the toe. A pin may be required to hold the toe straight while it heals in the correct position. If required, this pin will be removed quickly and easily in the rooms between 2 and 4 weeks after the surgery.

Hammertoe surgery aims to:

• Reduce pain and toe deformity

• Straighten toes

• Reduce callus/corn formation which is the hard skin that forms in the areas of irritation.