• Hammertoe
• What Is It? & Symptoms
• Diagnosis & Expected Duration
• Prevention & Treatment
• More Info

Prevention

Most cases of hammertoe can be prevented by wearing shoes that fit properly and give the toes plenty of room. Some recommended guidelines include:

• Avoid shoes with pointed or narrow toes.

• Avoid shoes that are too tight or short.

• Avoid high-heeled shoes, which can force the toes forward.

• If the shoes hurt, don't wear them.

• Choose shoes with wide or boxy toes.

• Choose shoes that are a half-inch longer than your longest toe.

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