A retrospective analysis of modification of the flexor tendon transfer for correction of hammer toe.

A modified flexor tendon transfer for flexible and semiflexible toes has been described in this retrospective analysis. The study revealed three laterally deviated and one slightly dorsiflexed digit postoperatively. However, there were no recurrences of lesions or digital contractures. Varying degrees of joint stiffness was prevalent in each of the patients. The procedure was initially developed for contracted toes associated with pronated and rectus foot types. The author has found the procedure effective in cavus foot structures when other procedures failed to reduce the hammer toe deformities. The patient population studied found this procedure to be very gratifying.