Managing Diabetes Mellitus through Physiotherapy: Prevention and Treatment
Every 5 out of 10 older adults in Asia suffer from Diabetes Mellitus. The prevalence of this illness spans across the globe. Diabetes can affect anyone at any age & it may pose some serious physical challenges. Management of this disease is as important as healthy eating. What is Diabetes? Diabetes refers to a collection of persistent metabolic conditions that cause unusually high levels of glucose (sugar) in the blood, also known as hyperglycemia. Glucose is the primary source of energy for the body and requires the hormone insulin, produced by the pancreas, to enter cells. In individuals with diabetes, either the pancreas fails to produce enough insulin or the body cannot properly utilize insulin, leading to elevated glucose levels. Types: There are 3 main types of diabetes. Type 1 - Insulin Dependent Diabetes Mellitus. The body is incapable of producing sufficient insulin in this condition. It is an autoimmune disorder. It is also known as Juvenile diabetes. 10% of th...