Hammer toe is a prevalent foot problem impacting millions of individuals globally. In this condition, the middle joint of the toe curves in such a way that the toe points downward instead of forward.

A hammertoe is a toe that curls down instead of pointing straight forward, which can make walking uncomfortable. Mild cases can be managed with insoles and other OTC products, but severe cases may ...

This week we are going to discuss a neurologic condition called “foot drop,” which is the result of several different conditions and can be rather problematic. Foot drop is exactly as it sounds, a ...

Nov. 17 -- (HealthDay News) -- A hammer toe occurs when a toe bends over in a hammer-like or claw-like shape. Most common in the second toe, the condition can affect any toe. A person can be born with ...

A hammer toe is a potentially painful deformity of the second, third, or fourth toes, where the toe bends upward at the joint, resembling a hammer. Surgery may help to fix a hammer toe. When a hammer ...