Charcot Foot

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Diagnosis

Diagnosis is based on medical history (i.e., history of diabetes), symptoms, imaging tests (e.g., x-rays, MRI), and laboratory tests.

X-rays are used to detect joint effusions, large osteophytes, fractures, bone fragments, and joint misalignment and/or dislocation. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can be used to help differentiate between Charcot foot and osteomyelitis (bone infection). Joint margins, which are clearly defined upon MRI in Charcot foot, appear blurred in osteo...Read the full article