Orthopedics

Digital griffin (hammer fingers)

Digital griffe, also known as hammer fingersis a deformity of the toes characterized by exaggerated flexion of the proximal interphalangeal joint. It is a condition commonly associated with flat forefoot or using inappropriate footwear.

Symptom: Pain when walking, beats on the finger protrusions and difficulty in stepping. In advanced forms, permanent joint stiffness may occur.

Treatment: Recommended comfortable footwear, orteze and, in severe cases, surgical correction of the affected finger.

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