Milwaukee Podiatrists Provides CMT Treatment and Foot Pain Relief
Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease Treatment Center in Southeast Wisconsin Provides Superior Relief
Our Milwaukee podiatrists have successfully treated many patients experiencing Charcot-Marie Tooth disease complications. We offer various treatments and therapies for this subtype of muscular dystrophy, providing comprehensive care. Whether it’s with surgery or therapy, our foot pain clinics in Milwaukee and surrounding areas deliver highly effective relief from Charcot-Marie Tooth disease pain.
Causes of Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease is a genetic group of inherited disorders of the nervous system. The cells which make up a working nerve become disrupted causing various symptoms. The disease eventually progresses into muscle tissue loss across the entire body. Though it is incurable, there are several effective treatments for Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease in which our Milwaukee foot clinicsspecialize.
Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease Symptoms
CMT symptoms vary throughout the body and have varying levels of severity. CMT symptoms typically start in late childhood to early adulthood. Foot drop is a common first symptom of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease. Foot drop can cause stiffness and swelling, arch pain, heel pain and even limit foot mobility. These symptoms often trigger frequent stumbles and falls, usually resulting in ankle sprains or fractures. Chronic or severe foot pain should never be ignored, especially since it can often be a symptom of a larger, underlying problem.
Other CMT symptoms include:
- Difficulty breathing, hearing or vision loss
- Loss of sensation
- Atrophy of vocal cords
- Neuropathic pain
CMT Treatment
There are different CMT treatment options for foot pain, both surgical and non-surgical. Depending on your symptoms and our medical examination, our Milwaukee foot specialists will determine the most effective treatment for you.
Milwaukee Foot Clinics Offer Foot Support with Custom Orthotics
Custom orthotics and braces are regularly used to support foot drop caused by Charcot-Marie-Tooth. Our custom orthotics are meticulously constructed to fit your foot perfectly, helping to return strength to the foot and ankle.
Drop Foot Surgery
Drop foot surgery may be performed to loosen tight muscles and tendons, providing improved support. Utilizing the latest surgical treatment methods, our Milwaukee podiatrists provide you with the best treatment plan to get you on the road to recovery faster. Our Milwaukee area pain clinics have top-of-the-line X-Rays and diagnostic ultrasound equipment for the most in-depth analysis. We also utilize state-of-the-art non-surgical equipment for treating a broad scope of orthopedic and podiatric conditions.
Milwaukee Physical Therapists Treat Foot Drop
Foot relief from Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease is often found through physical therapy. Great Midwest Foot and Ankle Centers’ Milwaukee physical therapists offer highly effective physical therapy treatment plans, custom designed to suit your specific needs. Our therapy sessions provide you with pain relief techniques along with knowledge for ongoing support.
If you are experiencing foot pain associated with CMT or if you are unsure what is causing your foot pain, turn on Great Midwest Foot and Ankle Centers and receive the medical expertise you deserve.