Neuropathic Deformities of the Lesser Toes.

Foot Ankle Clin

Department of Orthopedic and Traumatology, Clinica Alemana, VItacura 5951, Vitacura, Santiago, Chile; Universidad Del Desarrollo, Santiago, Chile.

Published: December 2024


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Neuropathic deformities of the lesser toes refer to a variety of neuromuscular disorders in which a stiff lesser toe deformity is encountered. Claw toes, hammer toes, and mallet toes can be found. Each deformity is better described as which joint of a particular toe is in a flexed or extended position. This information guides the surgeon to which joint should be addressed and what additional soft tissue procedure may be needed. Interphalangeal joint fusions are the procedure of choice, together with extensor or flexor tenotomies. Good results can be expected, with low revision rates.

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