Hello - i had sesamoiditis in my right foot. that resulted in rsd chronic regional pain syndrome Lukily my rsd is calming down after 6 month i feel 70 per cent better.However since i wear orthotics - the seaamoid area still hurts.i read its the hardest bone to heal.how much time does these two bones need to heal from demineralization? Some doxtors told me 6 months others 5 years. So i am really lost.Can u please send ur answer to YYYY@YYYY
Hello, As a Sports Medicine doc I am familiar with sesamoid problems. I'm sorry you had to go through all this - RSD is a very painful and debilitating condition. There are several factors that can help with the healing process. Make sure you eat well - a good balanced diet with lots of fruit and vegetables. If you are carrying any extra weight, then certainly losing a few pounds will help. If you carry less weight this means less stress on your feet - including the sesamoids. Make sure you wear well padded shoes - you might want to insert a simple gel insert in your shoes. You can buy these from your local pharmacy. Make sure you put them in both shoes. Try to avoid aggravating the sesamoid area by limiting your walking to no longer than 15 mins at a time. It is very difficult to give you a specific time frame for recovery - everyone is different - and there are many factors to be taken in consideration. I have seen people get better in anything from 1 to 6 months. I hope this helps. Best wishes to you and I hope you continue to improve. A Chat Doctor. 