Neuropathic Arthropathy: The Diabetic Charcot Foot

Charcot's Joint, or neuropathic arthropathy, develops only in the presence of peripheral neuropathy (lack of pain), with the added factor of trauma. The primary problem is loss of joint sensation so joints can be sub jected to extreme and traumatic ranges of motion, causing destruction of both the joint and soft tissue. Pri mary treatment is abstinence from weight bearing which will prevent fur ther damage and allow healing.