WELCOME TO THE CHARCOT CHA-CHA BLOG!
“I have discovered that is does not require feet to dance!” -Cassandra, Charcot chacha
This blogsite is dedicated to all the aspects of living with the disabling condition known as Charcot foot. In nearly all cases, with some exceptions, Charcot foot is caused by Diabetes Mellitus, though only about 6% of Diabetics will develop it. This affliction effects either one or both of our feet. Most diagnosed with Charcot foot have had a history of diabetic neuropathy in their feet…with many cases cropping up after long-term neuropathy, such as 8-10 years.
I named my site after a friend of mine made a joke about my situation, stating that my “dancing days are over”, to which I was, for once, quick-witted and said: “ You are mistaken, I can now do the Charcot cha-cha!”
From the moment we are diagnosed with Charcot foot, our lives are changed forever. For some of us, the ability to continue the lifestyles we once enjoyed is suddenly cut off. The jobs we loved involving the mobility we were used to become immediately at risk of being lost to our future of uncertain mobility.
I will share my own devastating and equally inspiring journey with this challenging condition. From the unsuspecting and dangerous months leading up to my diagnosis, to my current prognosis, including my much anticipated reconstruction surgery.
It is with a sense of humor and a positive outlook that I will present this blogsite. I will present relevant information and links to websites regarding this condition. I will share my own videos designed to give motivation and idea’s regarding everyday living with this disabling and frustrating condition. Together we can overcome the numerous obstacles that we often face dealing with Charcot foot. I hope you make it a habit to visit this blog for insight and hope for a brighter future! I will post at least once a week, and add links as I go. I am new at blogging, so bear with me as I a do the learning curve thing!
Thank you!
Nice start Cassy! I’m looking forward to reading more about your journey with the char-char foot:-) take care!
Thank you, Shawlee. I hope this blogsite is helpful to those living with Charcot. I’ll be adding some informative links soon too! Keep visiting!