Charcot Neuroarthropathy

A 78 year old WF presents to the office for a second opinion regarding her severely deformed right foot. Mrs. B states that 6 months ago she was diagnosed with a diabetic ulcer on the medial arch that required two procedures to close. Patient denied ulcerations on the bottom of her foot. Over this time period, her foot had become progressively deformed, swollen, red and painful when she walks. Mrs. B stated that "I was told that I have Charcot foot and that I have to live with it because nothing can be done." Past treatment included: Non-weight bearing and custom molded shoes. Her BS ranges from 80 - 160. States that she was diagnosed with diabetes just two years ago, but has had numb feet for years. Mrs. B. uses a cane normally and her post-operative goal is to be able to perform her normal activities of daily living.

Category:

Education

Tags:

• Charcot
• Neuroarthropathy
• Siegel
• Diabetes
• Gait
• foot

[dabigjokeoftheday]

why is there no paper down or something...talk about spreading diseases .