Charcot Neuroarthropathy: A Major Cause of Morbidity in Diabetes

What role do bisphosphonates play in the management of a Charcot joint? Is arthrodesis preferred to osteotomy? What's the most common complication of Charcot foot? Take this mini-quiz.


Charcot neuroarthropathy is a major cause of morbidity for patients with diabetes mellitus.

Which statement about this neuropathy is false?