Diabetes: Managing Mobility and Nerve Health with Physiotherapy

How Can Diabetes Affect Movement?
Diabetes can lead to nerve damage, reduced circulation, muscle weakness, and joint stiffness over time.

Common Complications:

• Peripheral neuropathy (numbness, tingling, pain)

• Poor wound healing

• Joint restriction and balance deficits

• Reduced physical activity

Physiotherapy Treatment:
✅ Balance and gait retraining
✅ Strength and flexibility exercises
✅ Foot care education
✅ Safe physical activity planning

Long-Term Recovery:
Physiotherapy supports healthy movement, lowers injury risk, and helps manage diabetes-related limitations through consistent, safe exercise.