Hammertoe Treatment in Salt Lake City, Utah
Hammertoes can cause toe pain, rubbing in shoes, corns, calluses, and difficulty walking comfortably. At Salt Lake City Podiatry, we provide both conservative and surgical treatment options for hammertoes to help relieve pain and improve function.
Whether your hammertoe is flexible or rigid, early treatment can help prevent worsening deformity and reduce pressure-related skin problems.
What Is a Hammertoe?
A hammertoe occurs when one or more toes begin to bend abnormally at the middle joint, causing the toe to curl downward instead of lying flat.
This can lead to:
Pain when wearing shoes
Corns and calluses
Pressure on the top or tip of the toe
Skin breakdown or ulceration
Difficulty walking comfortably
Hammertoes often become more rigid over time if left untreated.
Common Causes of Hammertoes
Hammertoes may develop due to:
Poor shoe fit
Muscle imbalance
Arthritis
Foot structure abnormalities
Diabetes-related complications
Some patients develop hammertoes gradually, while others notice worsening pain over time.
Conservative Hammertoe Treatment
Many hammertoes can be treated without surgery.
Treatment options may include:
Shoe modifications
Padding and offloading
Silicone toe sleeves
Crest pads
Callus care
Activity modifications
These treatments can help reduce pressure and improve comfort.
When Surgery May Be Needed
If conservative treatment fails or the toe becomes rigid and painful, surgery may be recommended.
Surgical treatment may include:
Tendon procedures
Arthroplasty
Arthrodesis
Correction of associated deformities
We will discuss your options and recommend the most appropriate treatment plan for your lifestyle and goals.
Hammertoes in Diabetic Patients
For patients with diabetes, hammertoes can increase pressure points and lead to corns, ulcers, and infections.
Early treatment can help reduce complications and prevent skin breakdown.
Learn more about our diabetic foot care services.
Why Choose Salt Lake City Podiatry
Same-day and same-week appointments available
Located in the St. Mark’s Medical Building
Conservative and surgical treatment options
Experienced diabetic foot care
Accepting Medicare and most commercial insurance plans
When to See a Podiatrist for Hammertoes
Schedule an evaluation if:
Your toes are becoming more crooked
You have painful corns or calluses
You struggle with shoes
You develop skin irritation or wounds
Conservative treatment is not helping
Early treatment can often prevent progression.
Schedule an Appointment
If you are dealing with painful hammertoes in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake City Podiatry can help. We offer personalized treatment options to relieve pain and improve function.
