There are different types of crooked toes, and several potential causes for this condition. Lifestyle changes and nonsurgical fixes can often help, as well as surgical solutions, if needed. Curly toe is a congenital condition that affects infants and children. Parents may not notice that their baby has curly toe until he or she begins to walk. Babies with curly toe have toes that curl under, usually on both feet. This condition tends to occur in the third or fourth toe of each foot.