Bone & Joint Disorders
Midfoot Collapse
Midfoot collapse is a flattening and deformity of the arch, often the result of Charcot changes in a diabetic foot. It creates a bony prominence on the sole that ulcerates easily.
warning Symptoms & Signs
- check_circle Loss of the normal arch — a flat, "rocker-bottom" foot
- check_circle A bony bump on the sole
- check_circle Recurrent ulcers at the midfoot
- check_circle Instability when walking
help Causes & Risk Factors
- check_circle Charcot neuroarthropathy
- check_circle Advanced neuropathy
- check_circle Untreated foot fractures
emergency When to See a Doctor
- check_circle A changing foot shape with a sole prominence
- check_circle Recurrent midfoot ulcers
- check_circle Difficulty fitting footwear
medical_services How Dr. Shah Treats It
Offloading and custom footwear protect the foot; reconstruction (Charcot reconstruction) realigns the midfoot and removes the prominence where ulcers recur.
Discuss your treatment arrow_forwardquiz Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — reconstructive surgery can realign a collapsed midfoot and create a stable, ulcer-free platform for walking.