Favorable Effects of 24-Week Whole-Body Vibration on Glycemic Control and Comprehensive Diabetes Therapy in Elderly Patients with Type 2 Diabetes.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Elderly patients with type 2 diabetes (T2DM) are vulnerable to treatment-inducible hypoglycemia, falls, and depressive symptoms. Although it is challenging for elderly patients to adhere to regular exercise, its positive effect on functional ability, glycemic control, and mental wellness offers comprehensive diabetes treatment. In the present study, we aimed to investigate a novel exercise approach for the elderly, focusing on whole-body vibration (WBV).

Methods

This retrospective cohort study was conducted in a primary-care setting at a medical fitness center affiliated with the incorporated medical institution of THY (TOTAL HEALTH YARD). Fourteen (WBV group) and 12 (control group) elderly patients with T2DM undergoing and not undergoing our WBV program, respecti

SUBMITTER: Kitamoto T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8179879 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature