{"href":"https://api.simplecast.com/oembed?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbipedal.simplecast.com%2Fepisodes%2Fhammertoes-ceRE9MUg","width":444,"version":"1.0","type":"rich","title":"Hammertoes","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/a30f2a57-bd36-48e5-8ed6-c77057fa3913/b8d45575-ec7c-410d-82bd-790e12c19ad4/bipedal-20cover-20art.jpg","thumbnail_height":300,"provider_url":"https://simplecast.com","provider_name":"Simplecast","html":"<iframe src=\"https://player.simplecast.com/174ce997-a0ea-4f09-a502-f144024a8137\" height=\"200\" width=\"100%\" title=\"Hammertoes\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"></iframe>","height":200,"description":"A hammertoe is a condition involving contracture of one or more of the toe joints. There are different types of hammertoes, and the level of contracture can clue us in as to the cause. In early stages, the condition is relatively benign and does not cause any issues. But as time goes on, the contracture may become rigid, and associated corns and calluses may develop. At this stage, pain may become a reason for seeking treatment. Conservative and surgical options are discussed."}