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Action Plan for Diabetes by Darryl E. Barnes, MD

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CHAPTER 4 | Making Exercise Work for You
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Risks of Exercising With Diabetes

Exercising with diabetes can be safe, but there are significant risks to exercising with diabetes. Following are several common medical problems associated with diabetes and exercise, summarized in table 4.3.

Table 4.3 Exercise Risks for Diabetes

RiskDescription
HypoglycemiaLow blood glucose; primary problem for those with type 1
Delayed-onset hypoglycemiaMay occur up to 30 hours after exercise
HyperglycemiaHigh blood glucose; associated with dehydration and diabetic ketoacidosis
NeuropathyMay lead to skin ulcers, foot deformities, or difficulty with control of heart rate and blood pressure
Musculoskeletal injurySimilar to risks in those without diabetes, such as sprain and strains
Cardiovascular eventsIncreased risk of heart disease

Hypoglycemia

Delayed-Onset Hypoglycemia

Hyperglycemia

Neuropathy

Musculoskeletal Injury

Cardiovascular Events

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