A joint distortion called hammertoes is one of the most common foot problems, and surgery to correct it involves a long, painful recovery. A new surgical implant, though, could mean less pain and less ...

Four common toe problems can affect your appearance, as they cause deformities in bones and joints. These conditions, such as bunions, hammertoe, and hallux rigidus, may also cause significant pain ...

Catherine Linthicum is walking well, with a little help from her son, Jim. She's recovering from a procedure designed to get her back to the activities she loves. "I actually would love to go fishing, ...

Foot and ankle surgeries are procedures to treat foot and ankle conditions. You may need surgery if other treatment options haven’t helped. At University of Utah Health, our foot and ankle surgeons ...

Q: I am a 59-year-old woman. I have developed two hammertoes on my left foot and one on my right foot during the past three months. I went to a podiatrist, who advised me to use a cold pack for 20 ...