Please be advised that our office will remain open despite concern for COVID-19. Our hours will change from 3/23/20 through 4/3/2020 to reduce the volume of patients being seen at a time (see below). We are taking precautions to protect our staff and patients, and ask that you notify us if you are not feeling well prior to coming to your appointment. There are some cases where we may advise you to keep your appointment despite feeling unwell. We will update this message if there are any changes.

  • Monday's - Dr. Alway will be working from 8:30 AM - 5 PM
  • Tuesday's - CLOSED
  • Wednesday's - Dr. Miller will be working from 8:30 AM - 5 PM
  • Thursday's - Dr. Ho will be working from 8:30 AM - 5 PM
  • Friday's - Dr. Miller will be working in the Arcata office from 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

**Dr. Bookwalter's schedule has been closed**

Eureka Office - 3258 Timber Fall Court, Eureka, CA 95503, (707) 441-1112 (Main Office)

Arcata Office - 3798 Janes Rd. Suite 6, Arcata, CA 95521, 707-441-1112 (Satellite office used by Dr. Miller on Friday's only. Please contact the Eureka office for all inquiries.)

Wound Care Clinic - 3800 Janes Rd., Arcata, CA 95521 707-825-4930 (Dr. Alway and Dr. Miller practice at the Wound Care Clinic on Thursdays' and Fridays')

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Claw Toe

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Claw toe is caused by nerve damage from diseases like diabetes or alcoholism, which can weaken muscles in the foot. The term stems from the toes' appearance—toes that look like claws digging down into the soles. Claw toe may lead to the formation of painful calluses. Claw toe worsens without treatment and may become a permanent deformity over time.

Common symptoms of claw toe include:

  • Toes bent upward from the joints at the ball of the foot.
  • Toes bent downward at the middle joints toward the sole of the foot.
  • Corns on the top of the toe or under the ball of the foot.

Claw toe deformities are easier to repair when detected early. Splints or tape is used to hold the toes in correct position.