Sesamoiditis
Sesamoids are bones that are only connected to the tendons or are embedded in muscle unlike most bones in the body that are connected by joints. The kneecap is the largest sesamoid in the body and there are two other much smaller sesamoids underside of the forefoot near the big toe. The sesamoids help absorb pressure under the foot when walking and standing and relieve friction in the soft tissue under the joint of the toe when the big toe moves. Like other bones, sesamoids can fracture. Additionally, the tendons surrounding the sesamoids can become irritated or inflamed. This is called sesamoiditis and is a form of tendonitis.
Treatment is usually non-surgical, however, surgery to remove the sesamoid bone may be recommended if the conditions do not improve with non-operative treatment.
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