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Published in: Current Diabetes Reports 9/2016

01-09-2016 | Psychosocial Aspects (S Jaser and KK Hood, Section Editors)

Physical Activity in Youth With Type 1 Diabetes: a Review

Authors: Carrie Tully, Laura Aronow, Eleanor Mackey, Randi Streisand

Published in: Current Diabetes Reports | Issue 9/2016

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Abstract

Youth with type 1 diabetes are at risk for developing cardiovascular disease, and regular physical activity is strongly recommended as one strategy for prevention, as well as for good glycemic control. Despite recommendations, families in this pediatric population face unique barriers to physical activity, including fear of hypoglycemia. Moreover, families are not routinely counseled in the specific health and psychosocial benefits of following physical activity recommendations for youth with type 1 diabetes. To bridge this gap, the recent literature regarding physical activity in children with type 1 diabetes is reviewed with particular focus on young children. A discussion of the limitations of the current body of research, and recommendations for objectively measured physical activity are provided. Specific recommendations for clinical practice are given, including provider endorsements for regular physical activity for longer than 60 minutes, at least three times a week.
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Metadata
Title
Physical Activity in Youth With Type 1 Diabetes: a Review
Authors
Carrie Tully
Laura Aronow
Eleanor Mackey
Randi Streisand
Publication date
01-09-2016
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
Current Diabetes Reports / Issue 9/2016
Print ISSN: 1534-4827
Electronic ISSN: 1539-0829
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11892-016-0779-6

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