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hammertoe 1. a deformity of the bones of a toe causing the toe to be bent in a clawlike arch 2. such a toe hammertoe [′ham·ər‚tō] (medicine) A condition of the toe, usually the second, in which the proximal phalanx is extremely extended while the two distal phalanges are flexed. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Foot deformities included a plantar-flexed first ray and hammertoe deformity of the second through fourth digits bilaterally. A hammertoe is a bending of the toe at the first joint of the digit, making it appear like an upside-down V or a claw when looked at from the side. Hammertoe is caused by shortening the tendons that control toe movement. |
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