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Many disorders can affect
the joints in the toes, causing pain and preventing the
foot from functioning as it should. People of all ages can
experience forefoot problems. Overlapping toes can occur
in any of the toes and can cause extreme irritation if not
corrected.
Treatment and Prevention
Any problems that cause pain or discomfort in the toes
should be given prompt attention. Ignoring the symptoms
can aggravate the condition, and lead to a breakdown of
tissue or even infection.
Conservative treatment (non-surgical treatment) of
overlapping toes begins with accommodating the disorder.
Shoes with a high, broad toe box (toe area) are
recommended for people suffering from overlapping toes.
Forefoot supports such as gel toe straighteners, gel toe
caps and toe combs are often recommended to keep
overlapping toes apart. These effective devices are
designed to reduce friction to help relieve the
discomfort. Your podiatric
physician/surgeon has been trained specifically and
extensively in the diagnosis and treatment of all manners
of foot conditions. This training encompasses all of the
intricately related systems and structures of the foot and
lower leg including neurological, circulatory, skin, and
the musculoskeletal system, which includes bones, joints,
ligaments, tendons, muscles, and nerves. |
