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Best hospitals and doctors for charcot foot treatment abroad

Leading hospitals

Cost for treatment

Charcot foot diagnosis
1649
Surgical stabilization and repositioning of foot bones
8202.71
Orthopedic rehabilitation
690.57
The Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital Istanbul is an advanced multidisciplinary medical center that began its clinical practice in 2018. It is part of the world famous Memorial Healthcare Group. The hospital was designed in accordance with the very latest standards of modern architecture with the aim of providing top-class m
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The Hirslanden Clinic La Colline Geneva is a multidisciplinary medical facility, where the patient will benefit from an impeccable quality of medical service, responsive care and a humane attitude. The clinic provides both inpatient treatment and outpatient care. There are 67 beds available for hospitalization. The basis of succ
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Nuremberg Hospital
Nuremberg Hospital
Overall rating9 / 10
According to the reputable Focus magazine, the Nuremberg Hospital ranks among the top German medical facilities! The hospital is one of the largest, highly specialized medical centers in Europe and positions itself as the maximum care hospital. The healthcare facility is an academic hospital of the Paracelsus Medical University
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The Hospital Oberberg Waldbrol is a progressive medical facility with a priority focus on effective treatment and high-quality patient care. The medical complex is an academic hospital of the University of Bonn, which guarantees direct access to medical innovations. The medical staff of the hospital applies an individual ap
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The Asklepios Municipal Hospital Bad Wildungen positions itself as a modern medical facility, which is focused on the provision of high-quality medical services using state-of-the-art medical technologies and advanced treatment methods. The hospital pays great attention to an individual approach to each patient, which is the bas
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The Eichsfeld Hospital Heilbad Heiligenstadt is a reputable medical facility, whose patients can undergo high-quality diagnostics and treatment in accordance with European standards. The medical facility is an Academic Hospital of the University of Goettingen, so many local doctors are actively engaged in research activities and
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The Hospital Oberberg Gummersbach is a medical complex that offers its patients top-class personalized care. The hospital was founded in 1985. Since then, it has earned an excellent reputation in the German medical arena and has gained vast experience in the provision of medical care to foreign patients. The Hospital Oberberg Gu
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The Schlosspark Hospital Berlin began its work in 1970 and, during this time, has gained an excellent reputation not only in Germany but also in the international medical arena. The Schlosspark Hospital Berlin is an academic hospital of the Charite University Hospital Berlin, which is one of the best medical centers in Europe an
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Hospital Kassel
Hospital Kassel
Overall rating9.9 / 10
The Hospital Kassel is a progressive medical facility with a huge medical team, which provides high-quality medical services in all branches of modern medicine. The hospital is part of the regional medical Gesundheit Nordhessen Holding, which unites 5 top-class medical centers, including specialized rehabilitation clinics. With
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The Alfried Krupp Hospital in Essen-Ruettenscheid began its work back in 1870, and large-scale restoration took place here in 1980. The medical facility is an academic hospital of the University of Duisburg-Essen, thanks to which it has access to innovations in the medical field, and also makes its own contribution to the develo
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The Hospital Schwabing Munich is one of the oldest medical facilities in the Schwabing region with a history of over 100 years. The hospital is proud of the excellent state-of-the-art equipment, modern infrastructure, highly professional medical personnel and location in a picturesque park area. The medical complex is the academ
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According to the prestigious Focus magazine, the St. Antonius Hospital Eschweiler ranks among the top medical facilities in North Rhine-Westphalia! The hospital is a modern medical complex with 13 specialized departments. The hospital has more than 165 years of history, so it has long won an excellent reputation not only in Germ
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The Samitivej Hospital Bangkok is a leading provider of medical services of the international level. The hospital has its campuses in various regions of Bangkok. The Samitivej Sukhuvmit Hospital has the status of the main and most respected medical facility. The accreditation of the Joint Commission International (JCI) is the ev
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St. Anna Hospital Herne
St. Anna Hospital Herne
Overall rating9.5 / 10
According to the famous Focus magazine, the St. Anna Hospital Herne ranks among the best medical facilities in North Rhine-Westphalia! The hospital first opened its doors to patients on September 27, 1901, and therefore it is rightfully proud of its long history and successful treatment results. Initially, the hospital had only
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The LVR Clinic for Orthopedics Viersen is a highly specialized healthcare facility focused on providing comprehensive medical care for patients with musculoskeletal diseases. Founded in 1921, the clinic initially focused on pediatric orthopedics, but now serves patients of all ages. Nowadays, the medical facility treats more tha
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About the disease

Charcot foot is a condition that causes deformity in the foot or ankle. It primarily develops as a result of nerve damage such as foot traumas and injuries, long-term weight-lifting and continuous wearing of uncomfortable high-heels, resulting in dislocation or sprain.

High-heels can cause or exacerbate the symptoms of charcot foot, as they unnaturally shift the wearer’s weight onto one part of the foot, which then puts pressure on the ankle. Charcot foot often follows neuropathy, or nerve damage, and is characterized by painful sensations or loss of sensation altogether. Such loss of feeling can occur after a serious sprain or fracture, or after bone dislocation. Someone with Charcot foot will notice that their foot or feet are unusually red and their ankles feel hot and swollen. These symptoms can develop several days or weeks after the trauma has taken place. If not treated in time, charcot foot can result in a deformity of the foot or ankle, which is why it is so important to treat it as soon as possible. Moreover, charcot foot can also create instability of the ankle in future, which is another major complication of this condition.

People who are more susceptible to traumas and dislocations in the foot region must always be aware of the danger of even the slightest dislocations. People who are in the risk group include diabetic patients, patients who suffer from such infections as syphilis and poliomyelitis and people with an addiction to alcohol. People who suffer from neuropathy should also be extra cautious.

Symptoms

  • Loss of sensation in the foot or ankle
  • Swelling
  • Redness
  • Unusual warmth in the foot
  • Deformation of the foot anatomy

Diagnosis

  • During a general examination, the doctor will examine the patient’s foot for any signs of deformity, to determine whether there are any changes in tissue or bone structure. People with neuropathy of the lower extremities should have regular check-ups on their feet.
  • A radiograph and other imaging tests are repeatedly performed, to examine the bones and tissue in the foot. Since this disease progresses gradually, it may take several weeks to know for sure whether the patient does indeed have charcot foot.
  • An X-ray can also establish whether the patient’s foot and ankle bones have been affected by this disease.

Treatment

  • During the first stages, the patient may undergo conservative treatment, including wearing a protective splint that secures the ankle and foot in the right position and prevents the development of any deformities. Special footwear, and in some cases bracing, may also be recommended.
  • Surgery may be required to repair the bones and tissue of the foot or ankle, by open reduction. If deformity has already developed, the surgeon can also correct the deformity by fusion. If there is any danger of an ulcer developing in the future, the bony prominence is resected as well. 

Authors: Dr. Vadim ZhiliukDr. Sergey Pashchenko