Hammertoe

What is Hammertoe?

Hammertoes are a deformity characterized by an abnormal bend in the middle joint of one or more toes. This condition typically affects the second, third, or fourth toes. Visually, a hammertoe resembles a hammer or a claw, with the toe bending downward instead of pointing forward.¹

People with hammertoes often experience discomfort due to the abnormal positioning of the toe. The top part of the bent toe might rub against shoes, leading to painful corns or calluses. Moreover, the unnatural bend can cause pain in the toe itself, especially when walking or wearing certain types of footwear.

Hammertoe PEEK Fixation System

The Hammertoe PEEK Fixation System is used for the fixation of osteotomies and reconstruction of the lesser toes following correction procedures for hammertoe, claw toe, and mallet toe. If you’d like to learn more about the Hammertoe PEEK Fixation System, we encourage you to talk with your doctor.