Can Charcot foot develop quickly?

Dr Prashant Vas, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist explains that a Charcot Foot is a rare complication of Diabetes. The condition affects mostly the bone of the foot but can also affect other joints. He explains that is occurs together with nerve damage (neuropathy). Bone structure changes including fracturing. He explains how casts are used in treatment.

Dr Mushtaqur Rahman, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist, talk about Charcot's foot in people with Diabetes. He describes the foot as a bridge which starts to break down due to a number of causes related to Diabetes.

Dr Mushtaqur Rahman, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist explains what an 'Acute Charcot Foot' is. He explains that small fractures and inflammation can happen quickly resulting in a hot swollen foot. He explains that even a little pain may suggest a lot of damage going on inside. He says that you should seek urgent medical attention as there are things that can get done to allow the foot to heal by reducing the amount of load going through it.

Dr Mushtaqur Rahman, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist talks about the causes of why people with diabetes can have problems with their feet. He talks about how to avoid foot problems, particularly if you have issues with your nerves (neuropathy).

Dr Prashant Vas, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist explains why people with Diabetes get foot problems. He explains it's often a combination of Diabetic nerve damage and Diabetic artery disease as well as foot deformities which can also occur due to nerve damage.

Dr Mushtaqur Rahman, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist talks about what a 'Charcot Foot' is in people with Diabetes and why it occurs and how it can be avoided using orthotic aids.