Frieberg-Köhler syndrome

Well, this is rather rare, but basically it is a disorder of the heads of two small bones in the foot....


I'd like to know more about Frieberg-Kohler syndrome as a member of my family has been diagnosed with the disease.

What is Frieberg-Kohler syndrome?



It tends to affect adolescents and there is no specific treatment for it.

It is unlikely to get worse, but may predispose the patient to arthritis in that area.


Any help should be sought from a rheumatologist or and orthopaedic consultant.

Yours sincerely

The NetDoctor Medical Team

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