10 Charcot Foot Symptoms
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Twisted & Unsteady Ankles
With the foot losing all shape and the bones effectively collapsing on each other, extra pressure is placed on the ankle joints. However, this pressure isn't sustainable. Over time, the ankle joint may twist and distort, creating further instability.
Due to the altered sensations of pain and touch, the person may be largely oblivious to the process. While the ankle may heal, fibrous tissue may become the more dominant tissue type, and its inflexibility may cause further instability.
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