Clin Podiatr Med Surg 2022 Apr;39(2):331-341
Division of Podiatric Surgery, LVPG Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, Lehigh Valley Health Network, 250 South Cedar Crest Boulevard, Suite 110, Allentown, PA 18103, USA; Penn State College of Medicine, 500 University Drive, Hershey, PA 17033, USA.
Charcot neuroarthropathy (CN) of the foot/ankle is a devastating complication that can occur in neuropathic patients. It is a progressive and destructive process that is characterized by acute fractures, dislocations, and joint destruction that will lead to foot and/or ankle deformities. Early diagnosis is imperative, and early treatment may be advantageous, but the condition is not reversible. Read More