Keywords

Charcot foot, plantar pressure redistribution, plantar pressure ulcers

Authors

1. Keast, David H. MD, MSc, FCFP
2. Vair, Audra H. MSc, BSc

Abstract

ABSTRACT: Although the total contact cast is the criterion standard for the pressure redistribution of challenging foot ulcers, in practice it is not often feasible. The following is a case series that demonstrates an encouraging possibility for the Charcot restraint orthotic walker as a device to be used in more challenging forefoot ulcers.