Why Do My Toes Spread Apart?

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Reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS

Board-certified foot & ankle surgeon · 3,000+ surgeries · @MichiganFootDoctors (950K+ subscribers)

Last reviewed May 11, 2026 · (810) 206-1402

Why Do My Toes Spread Apart?

Quick answer: Spread Toes can have several causes. Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM helps identify yours.

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Common Causes

Anatomical, neurological, vascular, or shoe-related factors all contribute to toe issues.

What to Do

Wider toe-box shoes, toe spacers, custom orthotics, exercises, and sometimes surgery for structural issues.

Schedule

Call (810) 206-1402.

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Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM

Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM is a board-certified foot & ankle surgeon (ABFAS & ABPM) at Balance Foot & Ankle Specialists in Southeast Michigan. With over a decade of clinical experience, he specializes in heel pain, bunions, diabetic foot care, sports injuries, and minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Biernacki is a member of the APMA and ACFAS, and his patient education content on MichiganFootDoctors.com and YouTube has made him one of the most-followed foot & ankle educators on YouTube.

Balance Foot & Ankle surgeons are affiliated with Trinity Health Michigan, Corewell Health, and Henry Ford Health — three of Michigan’s largest health systems.