Hammer Toe and Mother’s Wrist: Causes, Symptoms, and Chiropractic Solutions

Wrist and foot pain are more common than you might think—especially for new moms or anyone dealing with structural imbalances. This month’s newsletter highlights two frequently overlooked conditions and how chiropractic care offers non-invasive, effective relief.

1. Targeted Wrist Adjustments Aid De Quervain’s Relief: Wrist pain that involves the thumb (called De Quervain's tenosynotivits) can be helped without surgery. Effective treatment for De Quervain’s involves gently adjusting specific wrist bones. For more severe cases, additional specialized mobilization techniques are used to relieve pressure and tension in the wrists, improving outcomes.

2. Educating New Mothers on Wrist Ergonomics Is Essential: Prolonged baby cradling can lead to De Quervain’s in new mothers. The first step is coaching mothers on maintaining a neutral wrist position while holding their baby, which is crucial for both prevention and recovery. Therapies like specific wrist adjustments, stretches, and MLS Laser therapy can aid in healing and restoring normal function to the wrists.

3. Hammer toes are a common foot deformity where one or more of the small toes become bent at the middle joint, making the toe look like it’s in the shape of a hammer or a claw. This can cause pain, especially when wearing tight shoes or walking. As the condition progresses, it may become rigid, making movement difficult or painful, so it's best to get proper treatment early on. Hammer toes can start off as a mild nuisance but may become a bigger problem if left untreated, so early care is important. Chiropractic adjustments, designed specifically for the foot bones and joints, can restore normal function to the toes and feet. High quality, professional custom foot orthotics help support proper foot function as well.

If you or someone you know is struggling with wrist discomfort or foot pain, now is the time to take action before it worsens. Click below to read the full newsletter and discover how gentle chiropractic adjustments can make a lasting difference.