Sesamoiditis

Sesamoiditis is a condition that refers to an irritation of the two small bones located at the base of your big toe. These small, fragile bones (called sesamoid bones) become inflamed with repetitive stress and may eventually fracture. Thinning of the forefoot’s natural fat pad is thought to be a cause of Sesmoiditis. In addition, activities such as dancing, running and even walking can aggravate the condition if there is an underlying problem with the foot’s biomechanics. Custom Foot Orthotics can restore normal biomechanics and eventually normalize pressure on the sesmoid bones. A complete return to normal pain-free activity can be expected.