Abstract
The purpose of this article is to review the short- and long-term benefits of physical activity for individuals with type 2 diabetes, including glycemic control and amelioration of complications, and summarize the current evidence-based recommendations for exercise/physical activity testing and prescription. Precautions and comorbid conditions for individuals with diabetes are also included when exercise modifications may be necessary.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 221-232 |
| Number of pages | 12 |
| Journal | Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation |
| Volume | 26 |
| Issue number | 3 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Jul 2010 |
Keywords
- aerobic exercise
- diabetes mellitus type 2
- exercise therapy
- resistance training
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation
- Rehabilitation
- Geriatrics and Gerontology