Although hammertoes are not inherited, the foot type that causes them is. If you have ever spotted a parent or grandmother with toes that hump up, you are at risk of developing one. It is a crucial distinction because if you observe your toes starting to buckle, take steps to avoid the development of a hammertoe. Hammertoes are caused by the foot’s mechanics and overall stability of the foot and not by your shoes.
If your foot matches a family member with hammertoes on one or more toes, or if your toes are beginning to buckle, get it evaluated. The poor mechanics of a hammertoe can be rectified with a custom orthotic to restore foot stability when treated early on. It can help to prevent hammertoes from growing or progressing.
Call our Houston podiatry office if you have been suffering from hammertoes that are starting to pain in your favorite shoes, or simply think they’re unattractive. Dr. Shobowale will examine your hammertoe and recommend the best therapy to restore the health of your feet.
