Episode
Diabetes and Disability Series- Part 1 : Do I Qualify & How Long Will I Be Out of Work
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- Diabetic Foot Files
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- Jun 28, 2026
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- 1463
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Summary
Dr. G dives into the complex reality of disability for people with diabetic foot ulcers — explaining why a diagnosis alone doesn’t determine disability, how occupation, ulcer characteristics, infection, blood flow, blood sugar, pressure, offloading, nutrition, and smoking affect healing, and why return-to-work decisions focus on function rather than timelines.This episode emphasizes empathetic communication, accurate documentation, realistic expectations, and the difference between temporary and permanent disability, offering a clear view of why healing varies and how clinicians and patients can work together toward recovery.