What are the Causes of Hammertoe?

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What are the causes of hammertoe?
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The toes of your foot comprise of two joints,
which enable you to bend them at the bottom and
the middle. A hammertoe happens when the joint in
the middle becomes flexed. Advance Foot and Ankle
Solutions uses a variety of non-surgical as well
as surgical procedures to curb the condition.
Some of the common causes of hammertoe include
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Genes Some people are genetically prone to
develop the condition due to either flat feet or
an unusually high foot arch
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Arthritis is a condition that causes inflammation
of joint, making you prone to developing hammertoe
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A traumatic toe injury A sudden toe injury could
lead to chronic pain or complications with the
foot.
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Wearing shoes that do not fit properly or
high-heeled shoes that put pressure on the toes
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Tendons and Ligaments Tightened tendons or
ligaments in the foot can cause this condition
too.
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Aging It is one of the biggest factors. Aging
leads to different conditions and complexities
involving foot and ankle.
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