Why Put Up With Pain?

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Testimonials

As a teacher, I am on my feet for a good portion of the day. At the end of the day, the balls of my feet felt as though I was walking on shards of hot glass. After a few Laser treatments, the sensation started to subside and my feet became much more comfortable to walk on. The pain lessens with each treatment. I am happy to say that I even walked nine holes of golf for the first time in a year

-Shirley C.

I am writing to thank you for your help over the recent months with my toe infection. I am so pleased with the results and the overall experience. It was relatively painless and there was no down-time or recovery time! Every appointment offered me significant improvement. The laser treatments were the safest and easiest medical choice for me and I am so glad I did not have to undergo surgery.

-Sharon G.

I want to thank Doctor Fosdick for the pain relief I am having. My feet feel much better. I also want to thank his staff for following up with the insurance company and getting them to pay partially for my orthotics as they initially said they would.

-Paul V.

 

Sesamoiditis

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There are a few bones in the human body that are connected only to tendons or are embedded in muscle. These are the sesamoids. Two very small sesamoids (about the size of a kernel of corn) are found in the underside of your forefoot near the great toe - one on the outer side of your foot and the other closer to the middle of your foot.

Sesamoids provide a smooth surface over which the tendons slide, thus increasing the ability of your tendons to transmit muscle forces. The sesamoids in the forefoot also assist with weight-bearing and help elevate the bones of the great toe. Like other bones, sesamoids can fracture. Additionally, the tendons surrounding the sesamoids can become irritated or inflamed. This is called sesamoiditis and is a form of tendonitis, and is common among ballet dancers, runners and baseball catchers.

You will feel pain under your big toe or on the ball of your foot, swelling and bruising or difficulty and pain in bending and straightening your big toe.

Treating Sesamoiditis

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Dr. Fosdick can prescribe pain relief, orthotics and, if the condition is very severe, may suggest surgery to make your feet feel better.

Your feet should be pain free.

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