What are the complications of Charcot foot?

What are the complications of Charcot foot?

Deformity in any part of the foot or ankle can cause skin ulcers from the bone pressing against the shoe or the ground. When Charcot foot affects the ankle, the joint may become unstable or “floppy” because tissue has replaced the bone in the joint. This so-called “floppy foot” also can cause ulcers.

Ulcers are often difficult to heal due to complications of diabetes, poor circulation in the feet, being on your feet for long periods of time, and the development of infections. An infected ulcer that does not heal can be limb-threatening and even result in amputation of the foot or even the leg.