Exercise and Diabetes

Role of Vascular Funtion: Oxygen Delivery vs Oxygen Utilization in the Exercise Impairment in Type 2 Diabetes

Objective

COMIRB #: 06-0062

Study Purpose– This study will evaluate exercise function during single leg calf exercise in people with and without type 2 diabetes.

 

Study Design –

• Physical exam, blood draws, and activity questionnaire
• Standardized diet before study visits
• Assessment of body composition, insulin sensitivity, blood vessel function, cardiac function, and exercise capacity
• Muscle biopsy of your calf
• A two week supervised exercise training program

 

Study Duration

-          8 weeks or 2 months

 

Study Benefits – compensation will be provided for your time.  Lab tests will be made available to you at your request.

 

IRB Protocol Number

06-0062

All Other Trials

• Weight & Metabolism
• Exercise
• Bones, Joints, and Muscles
• Diabetes
• Heart & Circulation

Contact

Shawna McMillin at 303-742-2255
or shawna.mcmillin@ucdenver.edu

Eligibility and Other Participant Information

Study  Qualifications-

1. Between 30 and 55 years old
2. Be generally healthy, with or without type 2 diabetes (not using insulin)
3. Be a non-smoker
4. Currently exercise no more than once per week
5. BMI less than < 23 or between 25 -40 (check your BMI at www.nhibisupport.com/bmi/)