The main symptom of sesamoiditis is pain that develops under the ball of the foot. The pain tends to build gradually, and you may notice some swelling or bruising. Sesamoiditis can make it difficult to straighten or bend your big toe. It may even hurt to move that toe.

Can I walk with sesamoiditis?

Sesamoid disorders, including inflammation, sesamoiditis, or fractures, may be treated symptomatically. This means your physician prescribes enough support and rest so that you can walk around without feeling pain.

Where does sesamoiditis hurt?

Pain is focused under the great toe on the ball of the foot. With sesamoiditis, pain may develop gradually; with a fracture, pain will be immediate. Swelling and bruising may or may not be present. You may experience difficulty and pain in bending and straightening the great toe.