Self care Practices on Diet and Physical activity among the type 2 diabetic subjects residing in rural area at Chidambaram Taluk in Cuddalore district

Mrs.R.Praveena; Dr.Mrs.Karaline Karunagari

Volume : IX, Issue : I, January - 2020

Self care Practices on Diet and Physical activity among the type 2 diabetic subjects residing in rural area at Chidambaram Taluk in Cuddalore district

Mrs. R. Praveena, Dr. Mrs. Karaline Karunagari

Abstract :

Background: Increased prevalence of diabetes in India is due genetic susceptibility, dietary shift and rapid lifestyle changes. Self care practices in terms of diet, physical activity and medication adherence reduce the risk of complications related to diabetes. Objective: The objective of this study is to assess the self care practice on diet and physical activity among Type 2 diabetic patients residing in selected rural area at Chidambaram taluk in Cuddalore District. Materials and Methods: The cross-sectional study was conducted using structured interview guide among 90 subjects with Type 2 diabetes residing at selected rural area. Baseline characteristics of the study participants were elucidated and their practice regarding the diet and physical activity were assessed. In this study International physical activity questionnaire -short form (Version 2.0.april 2004) was used to assess the physical activity of the subjects with diabetes. Results: The mean age of the study population was found between 55-65years. The study results reveal that 55(61.11%) of subjects had inadequate dietary practices. Whereas 35(38.89%) respondents with diabetes had moderately adequate practice and none of them had adequate dietary practices. Only about 5(11.36 %) among males and 2(4.34%) among females are physically active and exercise apart from their normal work duties. Conclusion: During the past few years, there have been significant advances in medications, insulin delivery and glucose monitoring technologies. Despite the advances, individuals with diabetes in rural areas have limited access health-care resources and education on importance of physical activity and adherence to dietary regimen. This highlight the need to address structural inequities and empower individuals to pursue health and well-being on their own.