HAMMERTOE TREATMENT

Straighten Painful, Bent Toes with Expert Surgical Care

Hammertoes are toes that become bent, contracted, and painful, often leading to corns, calluses, bursitis, and other complications. The deformity causes the toe to bend at one or more joints, creating an abnormal, angular appearance and causing pain when wearing shoes.

At her Upper East Side Manhattan office, Dr. Krista Archer offers advanced treatment and surgical correction for hammertoes, helping patients restore both function and cosmetic appearance to their feet.

What Are Hammertoes?

Hammertoes are caused by muscle and tendon imbalances that force the toe into a bent or curled position. Over time, this can lead to:

• Painful rubbing against shoes

• Corns, calluses, and bursae (fluid-filled sacs)

• Ingrown toenails

• Abscesses or infections

• Tendonitis or joint subluxations (partial dislocations)

Types of Hammertoes

• Congenital hammertoes: Caused by abnormal development of the bones, tendons, or skin from birth.

• Developmental hammertoes: Often due to foot instability or poor biomechanics, causing the toe to overcompensate with each step, leading to progressive tendon shortening and angular deformity.

Dr. Krista Archer’s Approach to Hammertoe Treatment

Non-Surgical Options (For Early or Mild Cases)

• Shoe modifications and padding

• Custom orthotics to reduce pressure and improve foot alignment

• Stretching and physical therapy to address muscle imbalances

Surgical Hammertoe Correction (For Moderate to Severe Cases)

When hammertoes become rigid, painful, or interfere with daily activities, Dr. Archer may recommend surgical correction, which may involve:

• Lengthening or releasing contracted tendons and joint capsules

• Removing a small portion of bone at the affected joint to create more space

• Stabilizing the toe with absorbable pins or metal pins during healing

All procedures are performed using Dr. Archer’s cosmetic surgical techniques, prioritizing minimal scarring and natural-looking results, in her fully accredited, private surgical suite on the Upper East Side.

Why Choose Dr. Archer for Hammertoe Surgery in NYC?

• Expert in both functional and cosmetic foot surgery

• Minimally invasive techniques for quicker recovery and better aesthetics

• Personalized, boutique care from consultation to recovery