Sesamoid Injuries Flashcards

1
Q

Which of the great toe sesamoids is more commonly injured?

A

Tibial (medial).

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2
Q

A patient with bilateral sesamoiditis is a red flag for?

A

1) Reiter’s disease

2) Psoriatic arthritis

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3
Q

What is the function of the sesamoids?

A

Increase mechanical advantage of the FHB.

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4
Q

Removal of both sesamoids of the great toe can have what complication?

A

Cock up deformity

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