Starting to exercise
People with diabetes who have been inactive and want to begin safely.
Physiotherapy
Under the guidance of an experienced physiotherapist.
Exercise for diabetes has an insulin-like effect. Exercise also reduces body fat and improves how the body processes glucose.
Sessions are guided by an experienced physiotherapist at our Paschim Vihar centre, and are planned around the patient — their current fitness, their other conditions, and what they can realistically keep up.
In short
Physiotherapy at Shantam Diabetes & Medical Centre, Paschim Vihar, is guided exercise for people with diabetes, under an experienced physiotherapist. Exercise has an insulin-like effect, reduces body fat and improves how the body processes glucose, so it is planned as part of diabetes care.
Physiotherapy at a glance
- Guided by
- An experienced physiotherapist
- Why
- Exercise has an insulin-like effect and improves glucose use
- Planned around
- Your fitness, other conditions and what you can keep up
- Where
- Paschim Vihar, New Delhi 110087
Who it is for
Who should consider it?
Weight to lose
Those advised to reduce body fat as part of their sugar control.
Pain or stiffness
Joint pain or limited mobility that makes ordinary exercise difficult.
On insulin or tablets
People whose medicines mean exercise needs to be planned with care.
Your visit
What happens at your visit
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Step 01
Assessment
Your current fitness, mobility and any limits are checked.
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Step 02
A plan
Exercises are chosen for your condition and your routine.
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Step 03
Guided sessions
You learn to do them correctly, under supervision.
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Step 04
Review
Progress is reviewed and the plan adjusted as you improve.
Questions
Common questions
Straight answers about Physiotherapy at Shantam Diabetes.
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Talk to the clinic directly, we are happy to help.
Wed - Tues : 9.00 am - 8.00 pm, Sunday Closed
Exercise has an insulin-like effect: working muscles take up glucose from the blood. It also reduces body fat and improves how the body processes glucose over time.
Usually a mix of regular aerobic activity, such as brisk walking, and strength or resistance exercise, chosen according to your fitness and health. The physiotherapist sets what is right for you.
Exercise lowers blood sugar, so people on insulin or some tablets may need to check their sugar and plan meals or doses around activity. Your doctor and physiotherapist will advise you before you start.
Often yes, with the right exercises. A physiotherapist can choose movements that put less strain on painful joints while still helping your sugar control.
General information, not a substitute for a consultation with your doctor.
Still have a question?
Talk to the clinic directly, we are happy to help.
Wed - Tues : 9.00 am - 8.00 pm, Sunday Closed