Question 1

is there a hereditary reason for sesamoiditis?

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No: Typically not.  Some people are born with bipartite sesamoids but are usually not symptomatic.  Sometimes the division in the sesamoid is a weak point that can be irritated with activity.

Question 2

should you soak foot with sesamoiditis in hot bath or ice instead? also can sesamoiditis cause symtoms similar to plantar fasciitis/heel pain?

Accepted Answer

Don't strain it...: Sesamoiditis can be a frustrating condition to have and treat. Whether acutely painful or chronic in nature, staying off of the foot or severely restricting weight bearing is essential. Acute inflammation responds to ice application where as chronic may respond better to heat. The body's natural way is with heat. The condition is similar to fasciitis in that they both hurt when bearing weight.

Question 3

can you have plantar fasciitis achilles tendonitis sesamoiditis all at once or can one of those conditions cause pain everywhere on foot will mri show?

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Three's a crowd...: You certainly can have all three conditions at the same time. An experienced clinician would be able to determine the diagnosis without an MRI. An MRI would be helpful in demonstrating the tissue's reaction to the to the inflammatory condition. Consult with your Healthtap specialist for further understanding.

Question 4

what exactly is sesamoiditis?

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Inflammation : Inflammation of the sesamoids. This refers to the bottom of the head of the 1st metatarsal bone under the big toe joint. In this area there are normally 2 small "pea like" bones with ligaments and tendons attach to in order to stabilize and allow gliding motion of joint. Sesamoiditis results when these bones and/or surrounding structures get inflammed from excessive pressure, stress or trauma.

Question 5

could sesamoiditis ever go away?

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Yes: with proper treatment which includes eliminating symptoms and cause. Often orthotics and more supportive shoes are helpful in relieving excessive stress in this area.

Question 6

what can i do to cure sesamoiditis?

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Non-op treatment 1st: Non-surgucal treatments include activity modification, orthotics, and corticosteroid injections.  If surgery is needed see an orthopaedic foot and ankle surgeon.  One in your area can be found at www.Aofas.Org.

Question 7

can you tell me about sesamoiditis?

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Inflammation: It is inflammation of the bones under the 1st metatarsal bone of the foot.  It can be very painful and make it difficult to walk.

Question 8

what is sesamoiditis and how is it treated?

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Inflammed bone: Sesamoiditis is an inflammatory process of the small bone(s) under the first metatarsal head.  Because these bones are small and subject to a lot of force with each step, these can be stubborn and painful afflictions to live with. Antiinflammatories, injections, offloading (with padding, orthoses) crutches and nonweightbearing, and even surgery can be necessary to resolve this.

Question 9

what's the best thing to do with sesamoiditis?

Accepted Answer

Sesamoiditis: Sesamoiditis is an inflammation of the sesamoid bones that are beneath the ball of your foot. Initial treatment includes anti-inflammatory medicine and ice. Insoles can also be helpful. It is crucial to visit a podiatrist to ensure the sesamoid bones are not fractured. Long term treatment can include custom foot orthotics to keep the pressure away from the sesamoid in the future.

Question 10

what are the symptoms involved with sesamoiditis?

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Pain under the big: Toe .Sesamoiditis is the inflammation of the sesamoid bones, along with the surrounding tissues. As with any inflammation of tissue and bone, it can cause intense pain. In the case of sesamoiditis, pain it is felt directly below the first metatarsal joint in the big toe, in the ball of the foot. The pain usually gets worse over a period of time, helping with the diagnosis.

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