Hallux sesamoid fractures in young athletes.

Conclusion Diagnosis of sesamoid fractures can be challenging, but overall most patients do well with conservative treatment and are able to return to sports and activities. Providers should keep sesamoid fracture in the differential when evaluating patients with pain in the area around the base of the first toe, especially in dancers, gymnasts and runners. Understanding that the recovery from sesamoid fracture can be a prolonged process may help patients develop realistic expectations. PMID: 31109214 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The Physician and Sportsmedicine Online - Category: Sports Medicine Tags: Phys Sportsmed Source Type: research