Exercise and Diabetes Mellitus: Optimizing Performance in Patients Who Have Type 1 Diabetes

Those who have type 1 diabetes mellitus should include regular sports or recreational activities in their overall healthcare programs. Essential responsibilities of physicians who treat these patients include preparticipation clearance, education about blood glucose self-monitoring, exercise prescri...

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Published in:The Physician and sportsmedicine 2003-05, Vol.31 (5), p.29-41
Main Authors: Birrer, Richard B., Sedaghat, Vahid-David, Carstensen, Earl J.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adolescents
Diabetes
Exercise
Exercise Physiology
Glucose
Health Promotion
Hypoglycemia
Insulin
Patient Education
Physicians
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Summary:Those who have type 1 diabetes mellitus should include regular sports or recreational activities in their overall healthcare programs. Essential responsibilities of physicians who treat these patients include preparticipation clearance, education about blood glucose self-monitoring, exercise prescription, aggressive dietary and insulin management plans, identification of risk factors and potential complications, and ongoing education. Exercise has risks and benefits that must be understood so that participation yields a safe, enjoyable outcome that meshes with the patient's culture, activity goals, and lifestyle.
ISSN:0091-3847
2326-3660
DOI:10.1080/00913847.2003.11440597