Charcot neuroarthropathy can lead to severe deformity of the foot and ankle, which can adversely impact affected individuals. Surgical reconstruction may preserve the foot and ankle along with improved function, but it is uncertain if surgical success translates to patient perception of improved health-related quality of life. Patient-reported outcome measures are tools that collect information directly reported by patients regarding their perceptions of health, quality of life, or functional st...

A 27-year-old male sustained a closed pantalar dislocation following a motor vehicle collision. The patient presented with a deformed right foot associated with severe pain. Despite several attempts at closed reduction, open reduction was deemed necessary. Postoperatively, the patient was immobilized and maintained a non-weight-bearing status for six weeks, followed by progressive weight-bearing and physiotherapy....