EXERCISE CONSULTATION IN PEOPLE WITH TYPE 2 DIABETES

Abstract

Exercise consultation is an individualized counseling intervention, based on the trans-theoretical model, designed to educate, motivate and develop strategies to promote and maintain physical activity. PURPOSE: To determine the effect of an exercise consultation on physiological, biochemical and quality of life variables at 6 months in a group of people with Type 2 diabetes in Paisley, Scotland. METHODS: Forty-two people with Type 2 diabetes (26M, 16F; age 58 ± ± 7yrs) were given a standard exercise leaflet and randomized to receive an exercise consultation (experimental n = 21) or not (control n = 21). Changes from baseline at 6 months were assessed in a) physiological (exercise capacity and BMI), b) biochemical (HbA1c total cholesterol, HDL-C, LDL-C, triglyceride) and c) quality of life (SF-36 Health survey and Well-Being questionnaire). RESULTS: A significant difference was recorded for the change in peak VO2 ml/Kg/min, HbA1c and BMI from baseline to follow-up between the experimental and control group (see table). A significant increase in BMI and decrease in peak VO2 ml/Kg/min from baseline to follow-up was recorded in controls. The experimental group recorded a significant increase from baseline to follow-up in total exercise duration. There were no significant between or within group differences in lipid profile or quality of life. CONCLUSION: These findings illustrate exercise consultation has favourable effects on exercise capacity, BMI and glycemic control in people with Type 2 diabetes.Table: No Caption Available