A hammer toe is a foot deformity where the middle joint of a lesser toe (usually the second toe) bends upward or curls downward, resembling a hammer. Several different mechanical issues in the foot can cause it. Symptoms include pain, stiffness, and painful corns or calluses. Orthotics and specialized shoe inserts can help manage hammer toe symptoms by redistributing foot pressure, supporting the arch, and reducing tendon pull on the toe joint. At Common Sense, we can design orthotics, make custom toe spacers, and recommend footwear that takes pressure off of hammer toes. Book an assessment today!