Hammer Toes

A form of foot deformity in which the toe is severely deformed, disproportioned in an unnatural angle. 

APPEARANCE

Severely deformed toe, which can bend to the left. If severe, it would go under the second toe and some others, giving it a 'binded, contorted' appearance.

CAUSES

Hammer Toes can be affected by arthritis, diabetes, a serious toe injury/damage, or prolonged constriction by footwear that isn't appropriate for the foot. Other preceding injury include bunions.

DOES IT AFFECT THE PROCEDURE?

As Hammer Toes are an internal injury, this could severely affect the pedicure procedure, since it causes pain and discomfort for the client affected by this. While massage and foot wash can still be done without any interruptions, the toes should be avoided altogether. 

TREATMENTS/POSSIBLE ALTERNATIVES

Depending on the severity of the injury, if the toe could still be moved, then surgery isn't required. However, it is not recommended to wear foot pads, as this is a drastic move for the disrupted foot. Instead, have a transitional approach, and that involves prevention. Tight shoes should be constricted. 

BIBLIOGRAPHY

http://www.healthline.com/health/hammer-toe

http://www.webmd.boots.com/foot-care/hammer-toes-causes-symptoms-treatment-prevention
https://health.clevelandclinic.org/2015/04/best-ways-you-can-treat-prevent-hammertoe/