About Charcot Foot
Charcot neuropathic osteoarthropathy, commonly known as Charcot foot, is a rare but serious condition affecting the bones, joints, and soft tissues of the foot or ankle. The bones in the foot become weak and prone to fracture, and with continued walking, the foot eventually changes shape. If not caught in its earliest stage, Charcot foot can lead to severe deformity and disability.
Charcot foot occurs as a consequence of significant nerve damage (neuropathy), which decreases sensation and the ability to feel temperature, pain, or trauma. Diminished levels of pain increase the likelihood and degree of trauma. As the condition progresses, the joints in the foot collapse- resulting in dislocation and deformity. A deformed foot can cause pressure sores to develop in the foot or ankle, and open wounds can lead to an infection or even amputation.
Who's at risk?
Charcot foot occurs in patients with significant nerve damage (neuropathy). However, diabetes mellitus -a common source of peripheral neuropathy- is the most predominant cause.
Our Study
This is a longitudinal study of individuals with Charcot foot. Participants will be invited to be re-evaluated each year. There is no cap on the number of participants who can enroll- all people who meet the inclusion criteria are invited to participate.
Numerous aspects of a clinic visit are incorporated into this study. At the first visit, participants will be assessed for eligibility. If deemed eligible, we will obtain informed consent from the patient in addition to minimal demographics and a treatment history.
At each visit, we will assess your medications and take a medical history. You will be asked to:
- Receive a neurological examination
- Undergo nerve conduction studies
- Complete a questionnaire regarding your feelings about your health
Why You Should Enroll
The short answer is:
There is still limited knowledge about Charcot foot and the more information we can get the better care we can give to those with this condition.
Due to the various causes and limited randomized trials on this condition, the treatment guidelines for Charcot foot are heavily based on professional opinion rather than clinical evidence. The aim of this study is to collect clinically robust information to further enable evidence-based treatments for Charcot foot. Longitudinal monitoring collects clinical data and patient-reported outcomes over time, rather than solely relying on episodic events. This enables us to detect subtle changes in each participant’s condition and overall health to better predict future developments and outcomes. By recognizing patterns and connecting patient outcomes to treatments, clinical evidence can be used to tie value to treatments. The data collected from this study provides a more comprehensive understanding of Charcot foot to pinpoint the most effective treatment options. By participating in this study, patients play an active role in their healthcare and are regularly monitored by medical experts at our clinic. The data provided contributes to Charcot foot research to advance knowledge of the condition and improve patient outcomes.
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