Summary:
In individuals with type 2 diabetes, aquatic exercise significantly improved blood pressure and functional capacity over time compared to control groups, without changes in analyzed parameters, though it was associated with no notable adverse effects.
| PICO | Description |
|---|---|
| Population | Adults diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. |
| Intervention | A five-week aquatic exercise protocol focusing on improving blood pressure, respiratory function, and functional capacity. |
| Comparison | Control groups with no intervention over the same time period. |
| Outcome | Aquatic exercise reduced systolic and diastolic blood pressure and improved functional capacity over time. However, no significant differences were observed when compared to control groups in the analyzed parameters. |
Source: Ruanito Calixto Júnior, et al. “Effects of an Aquatic Exercise Protocol on Blood Pressure, Respiratory Function, and Functional Capacity in Individuals with Type 2 Diabetes: A Randomized Controlled Trial.” Read article here.
