Eight Benefits of Regular Exercise for the Diabetic Patient

Abstract

Summary of 8 major physiological complications from diabetes. Each complication is discussed and the benefits from exercise that a patient with diabetes can get as a result in engaging in regular exercise is discussed for each one of the 8 complications. The eight areas of benefits from exercise are controllable heart rate and blood pressure, stabilized blood sugar, better healing of venous statis wounds, improved flexibility, Improved balance/proprioception, improved mental health, improved skin health, and decrease in body mass index.