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These are websites plentiful in information and we recommend you visit if you are looking for further information. Please advise that information provided on this and all websites is not guaranteed medical advice and you should always seek guidance from a medical professional.
http://www.foothealthfacts.org
http://www.apma.org American Podiatric Medical Association
http://www.podiatrynetwork.com
http://www.acfas.org American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
http://www.diabetes.org American Diabetes Association
Many disorders can affect the joints of the toes, causing pain and preventing the foot from functioning as it should. People of all ages can have toe problems, from inherited to acquired.
Toe deformities in adults result mainly from an imbalance of the tendons, causing them to stretch or tighten abnormally. People with abnormally long toes, flat feet, or high arches have a greater tendency to develop toe deformities. Arthritis is another major cause of discomfort and deformity. Toe deformities also can be aggravated by poorly fitting footwear, or if a fractured toe heals in a poor position.
The most common digital deformities are hammertoes, claw toes, mallet toes, bone spurs, and overlapping and underlapping toes.