What is surgery for hammer toe?
Hammer toe surgery straightens a curled toe that causes problems and does not get better with other treatment. Your doctor will make one or more small cuts (incisions) on your deformed toe joint. Your doctor will make incisions to release the tendons that are holding your toe, and he or she may remove pieces of bone. Your toe may be held in place with a pin that is removed after about 3 to 6 weeks. Your doctor will give you medicine to help you relax and numb your foot so you do not feel pain during surgery. Most people can go home right after this surgery. You may be able to return to work or your normal routine within 3 to 6 weeks. In some cases, it make take longer to recover. You should be able to walk on your toe within a day after surgery, but you may need crutches for a few days. Follow-up care is a key part of your treatment and safety. Be sure to make and go to all appointments, and call your doctor if you are having problems. It’s also a good idea to know your test results an
