Neuropathic osteoarthropathy, otherwise known as Charcot ... level of the hand. With passive range of motion, there is motion through the humerus distal to where the shoulder joint would be ...

Charcot's work encompassed other aspects of neurology as well. He was first to describe the degeneration of ligaments and joint surfaces due to lack of use or control, now called Charcot's joint.

Investigations. Radiographs of the foot. Diagnosis. Diabetic Charcot arthropathy with rocker bottom deformity and plantar midfoot ulcer. Management. The ulcer was initially treated by debridement ...

again most common in the hand. Syringomyelia is a potential cause of neuropathic osteoarthropathy of the shoulder, or "Charcot shoulder." The work-up of a patient with shoulder dysfunction should ...