Sesamoiditis Treatment & Relief Ireland
Treatment Of Sesamoiditis In Dublin, Ireland
Sesamoiditis is a chronic condition that can cause pain in the foot. It is caused by inflammation or irritation of the sesamoid bones which are two small bones located beneath the big toe joint.
Sesamoid bones get their from their shape which resembles a sesame seed. We have two sesamoid bones under our big toe and our knee-cap or patella is also a sesamoid bone. The function of sesamoid bones is to allow force through a joint, making a certain movement, like bending the knee, easier on the muscles.
If you are suffering from sesamoiditis, you may find that your symptoms get worse when you walk or run.
This can be very frustrating and make it difficult to participate in your normal activities, making walking painful. There are treatments that may help.
What Is The Cause Of Sesamoiditis? Toe Pain
There are several potential causes of sesamoiditis, including:
- Trauma or injury to the foot. This can include anything from a stubbed toe to a more serious fracture.
- Overuse or repetitive stress on the sesamoid bones, often seen in athletes or people who do a lot of walking or running.
- Arthritis, which is inflammation of the joint surfaces.
- Bursitis, which is inflammation of the fluid-filled sac that surrounds and cushions the sesamoid bones.
How Is Sesamoiditis Diagnosed?
Your physiotherapist will ask about your symptoms and medical history. They will also perform a physical examination of your foot, looking for any areas that are tender or swollen.
They may also order an X-ray to look for sesamoid fractures and any other injuries that may be present, but this is very unlikely and rarely necessary unless there have been a trauma.
How We Help People With Sesamoiditis In Dublin, Ireland
Are you in pain?
Our treatments are tailored to each individual patient. Options include physiotherapy, laser therapy, shockwave therapy and exercise therapy.
Contact Dublin Chiropractic & Physiotherapy today for more information about our services!
How We Treat Sesamoiditis At Dublin Chiropractic & Physiotherapy
Physical Therapy
Our physiotherapist may use a combination of therapies, including:
- Laser Therapy.
- Exercise Therapy.
- Shockwave Therapy.
The goal of physical therapy care is to reduce pain, improve range of motion, and restore function.
Laser Therapy
Laser therapy uses light applied to the sesamoid area. It is non-invasive. There is little research on laser for sesamoiditis, and results vary.
Shockwave Therapy For Sesamoiditis
Shockwave therapy is applied to the sesamoid area. There is little research on shockwave for sesamoiditis, and results vary. Your clinician will discuss how many sessions may suit you.
Exercise Therapy
Exercise therapy is one way to strengthen your muscles. By doing exercises that focus on the intrinsic muscles of your feet, you may help support the front of the foot.
Visit Our Clinic in Dun Laoghaire, Dublin Ireland
Our physical therapy & other services extend throughout Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown including Blackrock, Cherrywood, Stillorgan, Rathfarnham, Shankill, Cabinteely, Foxrock, Clonskeagh, and Killiney.
Our office is located just outside of the center of Dun Laoghaire and is between Deansgrange and Monkstown. You can find our building entrance on Lower Mounttown Road, across from Woodland Park. We are a 30-second walk from Dublin Bus stop 2031 which is outside of Mccormick’s Pub.
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Schedule An Appointment With Dublin Chiropractic & Physiotherapy.
We offer a range of treatment options that are tailored to each individual client.
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References
[1] https://www.advancedfootandanklefl.com/component/k2/item/165-the-function-of-the-sesamoid-bones.html