what is the cure for charcots joint?

Answer 1

There is no proven specific pharmacological treatment for Charcot's arthropathy. There has been a report that a group of drugs known as the biphosphonates such as - etidronate (Didronel), pamidronate (Aredia), alendronate (Fosamax), risedronate (Actonel), zoledronate (Zometa or Reclast), ibandronate (Boniva) - may be useful. These are currently undergoing clinical trials
Prevention of further destruction and deformity of the foot at the acute phase is the primary goal of treatment. It is therefore essential to prevent the patient walking on the fragile bones until they have a chance to heal. The mainstay of current treatment is placing the foot in a well moulded contact cast to relieve pressure and to preserve foot shape. Patients remain in the contact cast until there is no major difference in the temperature and swelling between the affected and unaffected feet. This usually takes between 6-9 months.