<prompt> False about Charcots joint in diabetes mellitus isLimitation of movements with bracingArthrodesisTotal ankle replacementArthrocentesis  <response>: Charcots joint refers to neuropathic osteoarthropathy in which there is progressive degeneration of a weight-bearing joint, a process marked by bony destruction, bone resorption, and eventual deformity. Onset is usually insidious. If this pathological process continues unchecked, it could result in joint deformity, ulceration andorsuperinfection, loss of function, and in the worst case scenario: amputation. Early identification of the joint changesis the best way to limit morbidity. Any condition resulting in decreased peripheral sensation, proprioception, and fine motor control can causeCharcots joint. Common causes of such osteoarthropathy are:1.Diabetes mellitus neuropathy2. Alcoholic neuropathy3. Cerebral palsy4. Leprosy4. Syphilis tabesdorsalis6. Spinal cord injury7. Myelomeningocele8. Syringomyelia Treatment of Charcots arthropathy is focused on limitation of activity and appropriate bracing or casting. A Charcots joint is usually a contraindication for total joint arthroplasty. Absolute contraindications of total ankle replacement are: Neuroarthropathic degenerative disease Characots joint Active or recent infection Avascular necrosis of talus 