Type 2 diabetes can affect not only blood glucose levels but also muscle strength, balance, circulation and the ability to manage everyday activities. Regular physical activity is a central part of diabetes management. The Finnish Current Care Guideline states that exercise improves glycaemic control, reduces visceral fat and lowers plasma triglyceride levels, even without weight loss.
Power Plate training uses whole-body vibration to activate the muscles. Individually tailored strength, balance and mobility exercises can be performed on the platform. This can be particularly helpful when reduced fitness, joint problems, excess weight or a lack of confidence in movement makes conventional exercise difficult to begin.
In a 12-week study involving people with type 2 diabetes, whole-body vibration training improved glycaemic control, blood lipid levels and functional capacity. HbA1c decreased by an average of 0.55 percentage points more in the training group than in the control group. A systematic review of older adults with type 2 diabetes found improvements in mobility, balance and aerobic capacity. Individual studies have also reported improvements in lower-limb strength and circulation.
Power Plate training does not replace diabetes medication, nutrition or other physical activity, but can complement them. Each session is tailored to your health, functional capacity and any related medical conditions. Before training begins, medication, fluctuations in blood glucose, possible neuropathy, foot health and balance are taken into account. If you use insulin or medication that can significantly lower blood glucose, it is important to monitor your levels and recognise the symptoms of hypoglycaemia.
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