DIABETES:

THE EXERCISE CONNECTION

Cynthia Parsons, BSc. PT Brenda Mirabelli, BSc.Kin., MES

Clinical Coordinator Program Coordinator

Cardiac Rehab & Wellness Dept. Health & Wellness Centre

WHO IS THIS PROGRAM FOR?

*Individuals who have been diagnosed

with Diabetes or…

*who have identified Health

Risks associated with Diabetes

LIFESTYLE PLUS PROGRAM

PROGRAM DELIVERABLES

• Self Referral, DEC, physician or other health care providers

• Initial Intake completed and includes medical history,

assessment of current physical condition/abilities and a stress test

• Health report developed which includes exercise

recommendations and suggested lifestyle modifications. Exercise implemented in a group exercise environment by

a Physiotherapist and/or Exercise Specialist

• Program review completed at the discretion of the client

and health care provider to ensure client’s needs and goals are on target.

EXPECTED OUTCOMES

REDUCED:

� Hemoglobin A1c Levels

� Blood glucose and blood pressure levels

� Weight, triglycerides and cholesterol levels

IMPROVEMENTS IN:

� Strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular health

� Sleep patterns

� Functional ability

� Overall feeling of well being and quality of life

ADDITIONAL

PROGRAM BENEFITS

� Improves compliance of diabetes management

�Concerns with blood glucose levels are detected

and addressed immediately with the support of

the DEC Team members (RN’s & RD’s)

� Glucose testing provides the patient with instant

positive feedback as to how exercise is effecting

their blood glucose levels

� Provides a safe and supportive environment

within a group setting

COMPARISON of EXERCISE

DURATION on GRADEDEXERCISE TEST

COMPARISON OF PRE-EXERCISE BP LEVELS

OVER 6 MONTHS

COMPARISON OF BMI LEVELSOVER 6 MONTHS

COMPARISON OF HDL LEVELSOVER 6 MONTHS

COMPARISON OF HbA1C

LEVELSOVER 6 MONTHS

IN SUMMARY…

Where does exercise fit into the

big picture of Diabetes?...

ANY QUESTIONS?