Charcot's joint
What is it?
Charcot's joint, or Charcot's foot, is a serious but rate complications that can affect the bones, joints, and soft tissues of the foot or ankle. Charcot's joint usually affects persons with peripheral neuropathy, especially those with diabetes mellitus.
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Additional names
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- Charcot Foot
Signs & symptoms
Signs of Charcot's joint usually appear in early stages. They include:
- Redness of the foot
- Warm joint
- Significant swelling of the extremity
Diagnosis
In early stages, Charcot's joint is difficult to diagnose. Imaging tests are often normal. Charcot's joint is diagnosed based on the patient's medical history, current symptoms, and physical examination.
Treatment
Treatment options to Charcot's triad can split to surgical and non-surgical.
- Non-surgical - rest and take the weight off the affected foot. It may involve wearing a cast to protect the leg and keep it from moving.
- Surgical - in cases of severe deformity or unstable ankle that may result with foot ulcer, surgery is the suggested treatment.
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