Surgery done to fix hammer toe, which is a deformity that causes the toe to bend inwards at the first joint, is called hammer toe surgery. Depending on the severity, the surgical options are tendon transfer, joint resection, fusion, and amputation.
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Query: Hi doctor, I badly slammed my toe into a wooden chair. I had the tendon in the toe severed last year to correct my hammer toe. It does not feel right and is pulsing badly. This happened about one and a half years back and I am unable to put any pressure on that toe. Could it be broken? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I appreciate the confidence you place in me for your healthcare consultation. There are chances that it could be broken, hence, you need to take an X-ray of the toe. Till then, you need to gently strap the toe with the other toe. It should not be too tight. I suggest yo... Read Full »
Is sedation necessary for removing hammertoe surgery pins?
Query: Hi doctor, I have two pins in my foot after having a hammertoe surgery. The doctor said that I would need to be sedated to remove them. Although it is an office procedure, is sedation common? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, sedation is common, as it will ease the doctor to do the procedure, and also it calms you during the procedure. The sedation is a very short one will last for only about 3 to 4 hours. But my advice is to avoid driving for the day. Read Full »
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