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Curly toe deformity-curly fifth toe

Curly toe deformity-expose the extensor mechanism

Curly toe deformity - Periarticular release

Curly toe deformity-Skin closure
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Curly toe deformity-The corrected position

Curly toe deformity - The corrected position
With the joint adequately released the MTP is fully correctable. The position of the PIP joint should be noted. If this is too flexed then a release of the long flexor tendon should be performed. This is done on the plantar aspect of the proximal phalynx, just distal to the plantar craese.