Hammer toe correctors and pads that help
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Short answer
AAOS recommends over-the-counter straps, cushions and corn pads for flexible hammer toes, along with roomy shoes and toe exercises. A gel crest like the ZenToes Triple Loop props the middle toes up and takes pressure off the tips; fabric wraps support a single curled toe. Once a hammer toe is rigid, these only cushion it, and surgery is often the fix.
Illustration Best crest cushion
ZenToes Triple Loop Hammertoe Crest
A gel cushion (crest pad) that slides under the middle toes on loops. ZenToes says it gently lifts curled toes; it also cushions the tips, where corns form.
- Gel crest under the 3 middle toes
- Latex-free SEBS gel
- Washable
- 4 pack
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Illustration Best for one bent toe
ZenToes Hammer Toe Straightener Wraps
A reusable alternative to buddy-taping: wraps a curled toe to the next one for light support. Works only for toes that can still straighten.
- Soft fabric buddy wrap
- Latex-free, cushioned lining
- Small and original sizes
- 4 count
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Give the toe room: AAOS suggests about half an inch between your longest toe and the end of the shoe. Deep shoes like Orthofeet help if the top of the toe rubs.