Applying Newton’s Laws to Diabetic Foot Ulcers

In this episode Dr. G explains how Newton’s laws of motion illuminate why some diabetic foot ulcers heal and others recur. He connects concepts like force, pressure, shear, and ground reaction forces to real-world biomechanics, footwear, and offloading strategies.The episode focuses on practical takeaways: managing mechanical loading through appropriate offloading devices, understanding patient activity and adherence, and designing prevention plans so healed wounds stay closed.