Hammertoe Procedure by Gary W. Chessman DPM, FACFAS

Gary W. Chessman DPM, FACFAS discusses surgical options for relief of painful hammer toe. A hammer toe or contracted toe is a deformity of the proximal interphalangeal joint of the second, third, or fourth toe causing it to be permanently bent, resembling a hammer. Hammertoe is commonly caused by shoes that are too tight in the toe area or from wearing high heel shoes where the toe may be forced against the front of your shoe, resulting in an unnatural bending of your toe and a hammer-like or claw-like appearance. Hammertoe may also result from muscle imbalance, usually in combination with one or more other factors. Muscles work in pairs to straighten and bend the toes. If the toe is bent and held in one position long enough, the muscles tighten and cannot stretch out. Arthroplasty is one of the most common types of hammer toe surgeries. A small section of the bone from the affected joint is detached, and this should solve the problem. Arthrodesis, a type of hammer toe surgery for more severe cases, straightens the toes by fusing a small joint with a device (such as a pin) until it heals. Visit our website at http://www.PodiatryOrlando.com Gary W. Chessman DPM, FACFAS has more than twenty years of experience and is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery in foot surgery . In the podiatric profession, he is recognized for his leadership as a surgical innovator and Hospital Emergency and Trauma Specialist as a trainer and lecturer. GAry W. CHessman DPM, FACFAS delivers quality care to informed patients in a comfortable and convenient setting. Podiatry Orlando - Chessman, Gary W., DPM, FACFAS - Podiatric Surgeon 7560 Red Bug Lake Rd Suite 2024 #2024, Oviedo, FL 32765-6591 (407) 679-7444 ‎ podiatryorlando.com