An imbalance between the extrinsic and intrinsic muscles of the foot can produce deformities of the lesser toes. These deformities are classified by how the separate toe joints are affected.

Lesser toe deformities are common disorders affecting the second through fifth toes. They can cause significant pain, difficulty walking, and problems wearing shoes. These deformities arise …

The correction of the deformity requires resection of the contracted joint (knuckle) of the involved toe. In advanced cases, tendon lengthening or releases may be necessary.

Dec 10, 2024 · Claw toe, hammer toe, and mallet toe are common conditions that can make walking painful and they can change how your feet look. Recognizing lesser toe conditions …

Lesser toes refer to the smaller toes of the foot that play a significant role in balance, dissipating forefoot pressures, and maintaining arch stability through the windlass mechanism, while …

Dec 31, 2025 · Lesser toe deformities are common and include deformities at the metatarsophalangeal joint (MTPJ), proximal interphalangeal joint (PIPJ) and/or distal …

The most common lesser toe deformities are hammer, claw, mallet and overlapping toes. They can occur due to an imbalance between the muscles and tendons within your foot that hold …

Sep 3, 2024 · Active motion of the joints of the lesser toes is accomplished with both the intrinsic and the extrinsic musculature (11). intrinsic lumbrical and interossei musculature. The …

In the average person, there are three small bones (phalanges) in each of your four small (lesser) toes on each foot. These bones are connected by ligaments and have small muscles and …

Learn about lesser toe deformities like hammer toe & claw toe. Get expert care from Dr. Graff for effective treatment options.