📋Overview
Mallet Toe involves the distal interphalangeal joint, causing the tip of the toe to point toward the ground. This deformity occurs when the joint becomes stuck in a flexed position, often due to muscle or ligament imbalances.
This condition is categorized as a digital deformity and is specifically identified by the location of the bend. While it may resemble other toe issues, it is defined by the contracture of the joint closest to the nail rather than the middle or base joints.
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