Abstract

Diabetics suffer from serious micro- and macrovascular complications of the disease with negative effects on blood flow and lower extremity sensation. Drug therapy alone might be insufficient to prevent or treat these health problems, and patients may need complementary therapy. Exercise therapy is an essential part of the treatment plan for diabetes mellitus and can complement drug treatment. Buerger-Allen exercises have recently become an evidence-based form of exercise to improve peripheral blood flow in diabetics. This short report briefly mentions the clinical benefits of Buerger-Allen exercises.

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