injuries and poisoning
Sesamoid Fractures
Treatment of Sesamoid Fractures
Use of a specially designed shoe If pain continues, possibly surgery If the sesamoid bones are fractured but not out of place, wearing a flat, rigid shoe specially designed to keep the pieces of bones from moving may be all that is needed. These shoes are designed to be worn by people who have had a foot fracture. They have an open toe and Velcro fasteners. Using padding or specially constructed insoles (orthoses) for the shoe helps relieve the pain. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can help relieve the pain and swelling. If pain continues, the broken sesamoid bone may need to be removed surgically. However, removal of one or both of these bones may affect the ability to move the foot. 