Workshop. Diabetes and physical activity in childhood and adolescence

Workshop. Diabetes and physical activity in childhood and adolescence

Authors

  • Francesco Chiarelli University of Chieti, Italy
  • Francesco Prisco 2nd University of Naples, Italy
  • Maurizio Vanelli University of Parma, Italy

Abstract

In addition to insulin therapy, diet and education, regular physical activity is usually considered to play a key role in the management of children and adolescents with type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM). It improves insulin sensitivity, increases glucose utilization, reduces cardiovascular risk factors, and helps to prevent obesity...

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Published

01-03-2006

How to Cite

1.
Chiarelli F, Prisco F, Vanelli M. Workshop. Diabetes and physical activity in childhood and adolescence. Acta Biomed. 2006;77(1Suppl):5. Accessed December 11, 2024. https://mattioli1885journals.com/index.php/actabiomedica/article/view/4644