First-of-a-kind guidance lets those using a hybrid closed loop for diabetes management know how to make adjustments for exercise.
A resource detailing what adjustments to make when exercising using an automated insulin delivery (AID) system/ hybrid closed loop have been launched. It differs from other information currently available as the first to give insights into the specifics of different systems including Omnipod 5, Beta Bionics iLet, mylife CamAPS FX, Medtronic MiniMed 780G and Diabeloop Generation 1.
The guidance provides:
• Evidence-based insights on managing exercise and glucose levels using AID systems.
• Specific recommendations for children, adolescents, and adults.
• Strategies for maintaining glucose levels within target ranges during both planned and unplanned exercise.
• Guidance on overcoming barriers to physical activity, such as hypoglycaemia and access challenges.
The resource has been produced jointly by the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) and International Society for Pediatric and Adolescent Diabetes (ISPAD), for use by both healthcare professionals and those with diabetes.
Representing EASD, Professor Othmar Moser said:
“While several consensus reports and position statements address insulin therapy during exercise and the use of AID systems in type 1 diabetes, these are the first recommendations specifically focused on using AID systems during physical activity – a key challenge in type 1 diabetes management.
“What sets this position statement apart is its hands-on guidance tailored to each AID system, making it an invaluable resource not only for individuals living with type 1 diabetes but also for caregivers and AID system manufacturers.”
Read more about this resource here.
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