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Fixed or flexible toe joint deformities
Toe joint deformities, such as hammer, claw, and mallet toes, may be fixed or flexible. In a fixed deformity, the toe joint cannot move normally. In a flexible deformity, some movement is possible. You may be able to move your toe with your hand but not be able to move it by itself, as you normally would. A flexible deformity may become fixed over time if you do not treat it.
Whether your deformity is fixed or flexible can also affect treatment options.
- A fixed deformity often requires surgery to be straightened.
- A flexible deformity can sometimes be straightened without using surgery. Stretching the joint or taping down the toe may work.
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