Physical activity, healthy nutrition and stress management are important factors in the prevention and treatment of diabetes. Your physician may prescribe medication to assist with the treatment of diabetes.
Your physical therapist can create a safe, progressive exercise program that enables your body to become more sensitive to insulin and effectively remove extra glucose from your bloodstream. The goal is to normalize your blood glucose levels and improve your hemoglobin A1C readings.
Here are just some of the benefits of regular physical activity:
- Decrease in blood pressure and cholesterol levels
- Reduces the risk for heart disease and stroke
- Increase in calorie expenditure to enable weight loss
- Strengthening of the heart and better blood circulation
- Strengthening of muscles and bones.
You can experience all these benefits after you consult with your physical therapist.