Hammer toes surgically straightened

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Barb,

How was this procedure done? (surgically straitening your toes) My son has had

some surgery done but this is new. How were the results? Can you send pictures?

Thanks.

A. Frye

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GinnyAnn,

My toes were fused at the knuckles and pins were inserted in each toe.That keeps

them straight while the insides heal together.My pins were in for 6 wks. I went

to the dr every week to be checked.I wore my leg braces and had a surgical boot.

I looked like a wreck for awhile. In the beginning I used crutches to keep the

pressure of my foot. I had each foot done seperately. My kids had both done at

the same time. I was the runner and doer so for them it was ok.At this time I'm

having trouble transferring pictures from my camera to the pc otherwise I'd

show off my toes.

Just make sure your surgeon is knowlegable in this procedure.On the big toe

INSIST both knuckles get done. Some drs. don't understand the toe drop

completely.My son had to have his redone and his 2nd surgeon and I went round

the block on that point. I pulled off my shoes, socks n braces right before his

surgery to make my point and I WON!

Best of luck.

Barb