Protect Your Feet: Understanding Charcot Foot and How Early Detection Can Save Your Mobility

October 8 2025

Did you know that diabetes can silently affect the bones, joints, and nerves in your feet? One of the most serious complications is a condition known as Charcot Foot — a progressive and potentially disabling disorder that can lead to foot deformity, fractures, and even amputation if left untreated.

At Family Foot & Leg Center (FFLC), we’re committed to helping patients with diabetes protect their foundation and maintain their independence through early diagnosis and advanced care.

🔍 What Is Charcot Foot?

Charcot Foot (or Charcot arthropathy) occurs when diabetes damages the nerves in your feet, a condition called peripheral neuropathy. Because neuropathy reduces sensation, patients may not feel pain from small injuries or fractures. As the bones weaken, normal walking can cause further damage — leading to:

* Swelling, redness, and warmth in the foot
* Arch collapse (rocker-bottom deformity)
* Changes in foot shape or alignment
* Difficulty walking or wearing shoes

If not treated early, Charcot Foot can cause severe deformity and ulcers, which increase the risk of infection and amputation.

 

⚠️ Why Early Detection Matters

Charcot Foot can progress rapidly — often without noticeable pain. That’s why regular podiatry visits are essential for anyone living with diabetes. A podiatrist can detect subtle changes before major damage occurs using:

* Nerve and vascular testing
* Imaging (X-rays, MRI, or CT scans)
* Custom footwear and braces to offload pressure
* Advanced wound care and surgical correction if needed

At FFLC, our team of board-certified podiatric surgeons uses cutting-edge diagnostics and personalized treatment plans to help protect your mobility and quality of life.

 

Take Action — Protect Your Feet Today

If you notice swelling, warmth, or shape changes in your foot, don’t wait. Early treatment can prevent permanent damage.

📞 Call for a Same-Day Appointment: 239-430-3668 (FOOT)
💻 Schedule Online: NaplesPodiatrist.com

Your feet are the foundation of your health.
Let the experts at Family Foot & Leg Center help you stay strong, balanced, and active — every step of the way.

 

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Serving Southwest Florida Since 2005, Family Foot & Leg Center has multiple convenient locations throughout Collier, Lee, Charlotte, and Sarasota Counties. Offering pediatric to geriatric family care: Ingrown Toenails, Heel Pain, Bunions, Foot / Ankle Arthritis Pain, Plantar Fasciitis, Foot / Ankle Surgery, Custom Orthotics, and Diabetic Wound Care. In office X-rays, ultrasounds, and minor surgical suite exam rooms. Practice powered by EMR and advanced technologies.

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