Podiatric Care for Sesamoids and Accessory Bones of the Foot

What Is Sesamoids and Accessory Bones of the Foot?

Sesamoids are two small bones found at the bottom of the feet, located within the tendons of the lower leg and feet. They are an important part of the foot's anatomy, helping to support and absorb the weight of the body when walking, running, and standing. Unfortunately, sesamoids can be prone to injury and pain, which is why it is important for those who experience any type of sesamoid-related discomfort to seek professional care from one of our expert podiatrists at Foot & Ankle Centers of Frisco, Little Elm, & McKinney.

Accessory bones of the foot are small bones that are not part of the normal human anatomy and can vary greatly from person to person. Examples of accessory bones of the foot are the os tibiale externum, os trigonum, and os peroneum. Although these bones are not considered part of normal anatomy, they can cause significant pain and discomfort if they become irritated or inflamed. Symptoms of accessory bone irritation may include pain, swelling, stiffness, and difficulty walking.

Properly Diagnosing Your Sesamoids and Accessory Bone Conditions

There are dozens of causes for your foot pain due to sesamoids and accessory bones of the foot, which is why it is important to be seen by one of our skilled podiatrists. Some of the bones, injuries, or conditions seen by our expert podiatrists include:

Sesamoid of Posterior Tibial Tendon
Fracture Sesamoid
Enlarged Sesamoid
Painful Plantar Callus Caused by Sesamoid
Sesamoid of Peroneal Tendon (OS Peroneum)
OS Vesalianum
Peroneus Longus Tendinitis
Bursitis
Nerve Compression
Arthritis of Great Toe Joint
Accessory Navicular
Accessory Cuneiform
Sesamoiditis

Treatment Options for Sesamoids and Accessory Bones of the Foot

For mild cases, rest and immobilization of the foot in a cast or brace is often recommended, along with taking anti-inflammatory medications to reduce swelling and pain. For more serious cases, surgery may be required to correct the problem. Your treatment plan will depend on the condition of your sesamoids, accessory bones of the foot, and if any tendons or tissue have been damaged. Some of the treatment options at Foot & Ankle Centers include:

Resting and icing the affected area
Compression and elevation
Use of tapping, splint, foot brace, or cast
Custom orthotics to support your foot
Physical therapy or exercises to build the muscle
Surgery to repair any damage or scar tissue

In addition to treating sesamoids and accessory bones of the foot, podiatric care at Foot & Ankle Centers of Frisco, Little Elm, & McKinney include preventive measures to reduce the risk of future injury. These can include wearing appropriate footwear, using orthotics, stretching before and after physical activities, and avoiding activities that may put too much strain on your feet.

Our board-certified podiatrists at Foot & Ankle Centers of Frisco, Little Elm, & McKinney have extensive experience providing both conservative and surgical treatment for painful problems due to the bones of the foot. It is important to get an appointment right away with one of our podiatrists as soon as you feel pain or see signs of swelling. Without treatment, your injury or condition could cause permanent damage to your foot. Our podiatrists will diagnose and develop a treatment plan to heal your injured and painful bones of the foot. Schedule your appointment today

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Podiatric Care for Sesamoids and Accessory Bones of the Foot

What Is Sesamoids and Accessory Bones of the Foot?

Properly Diagnosing Your Sesamoids and Accessory Bone Conditions

Treatment Options for Sesamoids and Accessory Bones of the Foot

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