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Sport Sciences Department, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Arab American University, Jenin, P.O Box 240 Jenin, 13 Zababdeh, Palestine. , samer.abueid@aaup.edu
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Background. Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) is a prevalent global health issue requiring effective management strategies. Exercise plays a key role in improving insulin sensitivity and aerobic capacity. This study examines the impact of Blood-Flow Restriction (BFR) Walk Training on these parameters in T2D patients, hypothesizing that BFR may offer greater benefits than conventional exercise.
Objectives. To evaluate the effects of BFR Walk Training on insulin sensitivity, aerobic capacity, and body composition in male patients with T2D.
Methods. A randomized controlled trial was conducted with 60 male T2D patients aged 40 to 65. Participants were randomly assigned to a BFR Walk Training or conventional exercise group. The intervention lasted for eight weeks, during which the BFR group performed low-intensity walking combined with limb blood-flow restriction while the control group followed standard walking exercises. Pre- and post-intervention assessments included Body Mass Index (BMI), maximal oxygen consumption (VO2max), and fasting blood glucose levels.
Results. The BFR group showed significant improvements, including a 4.10% reduction in BMI, a 7.96% decrease in fasting glucose levels, and a 26.1% increase in VO2max, all with p-values <0.001 compared to the control group.
Conclusion. BFR Walk Training significantly enhances insulin sensitivity, aerobic capacity, and body composition in T2D patients, offering a novel and effective exercise strategy for diabetes management.
Objectives. To evaluate the effects of BFR Walk Training on insulin sensitivity, aerobic capacity, and body composition in male patients with T2D.
Methods. A randomized controlled trial was conducted with 60 male T2D patients aged 40 to 65. Participants were randomly assigned to a BFR Walk Training or conventional exercise group. The intervention lasted for eight weeks, during which the BFR group performed low-intensity walking combined with limb blood-flow restriction while the control group followed standard walking exercises. Pre- and post-intervention assessments included Body Mass Index (BMI), maximal oxygen consumption (VO2max), and fasting blood glucose levels.
Results. The BFR group showed significant improvements, including a 4.10% reduction in BMI, a 7.96% decrease in fasting glucose levels, and a 26.1% increase in VO2max, all with p-values <0.001 compared to the control group.
Conclusion. BFR Walk Training significantly enhances insulin sensitivity, aerobic capacity, and body composition in T2D patients, offering a novel and effective exercise strategy for diabetes management.
Keywords: Blood-Flow Restriction, Insulin Resistance, Cardiopulmonary Fitness, Diabetes Mellitus Type 2, Exercise Therapy.
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APPLICABLE REMARKS
APPLICABLE REMARKS
- This study indicates that BFR Walk Training could be an effective, low-intensity exercise alternative for managing T2D, particularly for patients who struggle with high-intensity workouts.
- Recommended Protocol: T2D patients may benefit from low-intensity BFR Walk Training with cuffs set to 50% LOP, effectively enhancing insulin sensitivity and aerobic capacity.
- Monitoring and Safety: Patient safety can be maintained by monitoring blood pressure and exertion levels during BFR sessions, especially for beginners.
- Patient Education: Educating patients on BFR benefits, safe cuff use, and expected outcomes, such as improved glycemic control, can enhance adherence and engagement.
- Expected Outcomes: Clinicians may observe improved glycemic control and aerobic fitness over 8 weeks, though adjustments in intensity and frequency may be needed to meet individual patient responses.
Type of Study: Original Article |
Subject:
Sport Physiology and its related branches
Received: 2024/10/3 | Accepted: 2024/12/15
Received: 2024/10/3 | Accepted: 2024/12/15
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