Radiographic and functional results in the treatment of early stages of Charcot neuroarthropathy with a walker boot and immediate weight bearing.
CONCLUSION: The treatment of early stages of CN (Eichenholtz stages I and II) with emphasis on walker boot and immediate weight bearing has shown a good functional outcome, non-progressive deformity on radiographic assessment, and promising results as a safe treatment option.
PMID: 24179634 [PubMed]
Source: Diabetic Foot and Ankle - Category: Endocrinology Tags: Diabet Foot Ankle Source Type: research
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