posted: Oct. 03, 2025.

Hammertoes are a common foot condition that can make walking uncomfortable and wearing shoes difficult. The deformity occurs when one or more of the smaller toes bend at the middle Read more

posted: Jun. 19, 2025.

Dr. John Sigle, Dr. Grant Gonzalez, and Dr. Zachary Janes at the Foot and Ankle Center of Illinois, serving Springfield, Carlinville, Shelbyville, and Decatur, help patients with all sorts of Read more

posted: Nov. 15, 2024.

Hammertoe Treatment and Prevention at the Foot & Ankle Center of Illinois Hammertoes can occur suddenly, often due to an injury or wearing ill-fitting shoes. For instance, dropping a heavy object Read more

posted: May 10, 2024.

When foot and ankle problems persist despite conservative treatments, podiatric surgery may be the only path to relief and improved mobility. Foot and ankle surgery is usually a last resort Read more

posted: Dec. 04, 2023.

Hammertoes are a type of foot deformity that happens when one (or several) toe joints are flexed/bent in an atypical position. It's essential to address hammertoes as early as possible, Read more

posted: Jan. 20, 2023.

Your podiatrist is a foot and ankle specialist who can treat a wide variety of foot, ankle, and toe conditions. Your ankles, feet, and toes perform important functions helping you Read more

posted: Aug. 18, 2022.

Discover more about this foot deformity and why it happens. Bunions always seem to get the spotlight when talking about foot deformities; however, it’s also essential to shed light on hammertoes. Read more