National Nursing Review : Nursing Study Resources & Health Tips

Exercise should be included as part of the treatment of Diabetes Mellitus (DM) in both type I and II as well as helping to improve glycemic control, reduces the risk of long-term complications, promotes weight maintenance ideal and improves quality of life.
Those diagnosed with DM should be aware of the changes brought about physical exertion on the metabolism of glucose, in order to maximize the benefits of a regular exercise program and reduce its potential risks.
In people with type I exercise improves insulin sensitivity. To try to achieve optimal control of diabetes in the long term it is appropriate to pay attention to train a number of areas, including:

• Time of day when physical activity is performed.
• Value of your blood glucose before exercise.
• Type, duration and intensity of exercise being performed.
• Type and dosage of insulin used.

In patients with type II develop a program of regular physical exercise is basic for glycemic control. It has been shown that physical activity may prevent this type of diabetes, the protective effect being more pronounced in people who have risk factors for the disease. (more…)