Sesamoid bones are unique as they are the only bones in the body that are connected to other bones by tendons or are embedded in muscles in the body. Bones are usually connected to other bones by joints. They can be found in several joints in the body such as the kneecap and in the ball of the foot where they appear as two pea-shaped small bones beneath the big toe joint.<\/p>\n
Sesamoid bones have several functions including:<\/strong><\/p>\n Sesamoid injuries are associated with activities such as ballet, golf, tennis, basketball, football and running, which require increased pressure on the ball of the foot. The injuries may involve tendons, bones and\/or surrounding tissue in the joint. Also, individuals with high aches are more prone to develop sesamoid injuries.<\/p>\n Sesamoid problems in the foot include:<\/p>\n A chronic sesamoid fracture is characterized by longstanding pain in the ball of the foot just beneath the big toe joint. The pain tends to be on and off and is usually aggravated by activity and relieved with rest.<\/p>\n A physician will begin the diagnosis by asking the patient about the symptoms then follow up with a physical examination of the toe. The patient will be asked to straighten and bend the toe and the doctor will then press on the big toe, move it in different directions, access the patient\u2019s walking and even evaluate the pattern of the patient\u2019s shoes.<\/p>\n The doctor will order an x-ray and may also order an MRI to identify the potential damage to the bones.<\/p>\n Treatment for sesamoid problems in the foot include:<\/p>\n At King\u2019s College Hospital Dubai, we focus on offering an exemplary service, from initial consultation through to final diagnosis and treatment and beyond. Our multidisciplinary team of expert doctors, nurses, physio therapists are here to offer tailored management and treatment of your condition, and to answer any questions that you might have throughout your time with us. Whatever you need us for, we\u2019re only a phone-call away.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"parent":273,"menu_order":373,"template":"","service-category":[],"class_list":["post-3937","service","type-service","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n
Types of Sesamoid Problems in the Foot<\/h1>\n
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Diagnosis of Sesamoid Problems in the Foot<\/h1>\n
Treatment of Sesamoid Problems in the Foot<\/h1>\n
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