Original Research Article
Year: 2022 | Month: October | Volume: 12 | Issue: 10 | Pages: 174-184
DOI: https://doi.org/10.52403/ijhsr.20221023
Effect of Resistance Training on Improving Cognitive Function in Subjects Having Type 2 Diabetes with Mild Cognitive Impairment
Beesmol Babu1, Manju Unnikrishnan2, Remya N3, Chinchu Alwin4, Rejimol Jos Pulicken5, Reethu Elsa Baby6, Rakhi Balagopal7
1Post graduate student, Little Flower Institute of Medical and Research Centre, Angamaly, Kerala
2Professor, Little Flower Institute of Medical and Research Centre, Angamaly, Kerala
3Professor and HOD, Little Flower Institute of Medical and Research Centre, Angamaly, Kerala
4,5,6,7Associate Professor, Little Flower Institute of Medical and Research Centre, Angamaly, Kerala
Corresponding Author: Beesmol Babu
ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND: Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic illness that happens whenever blood glucose levels increase. Investigations have proven that Type 2 diabetes is associated with higher risk of cognitive impairment and functional limitations. The extent and severity of cognitive dysfunctions depending upon the duration of diabetes and glycemic control, but it is difficult to do a prediction on who will be at a higher risk for developing cognitive dysfunctions. Cognitive impairment can put up to functional limitations and lead to functionally dependence. Recent researches have shown that cognition and motor performance are interdependent and integration of these two functions are required for the successful performance of daily life activities.
Purpose: To investigate the effects of Resistance training on Cognition in people with type 2 diabetes mellitus having mild cognitive impairments,
Materials and method: Thirty type 2 diabetes mellitus subjects between the age group of 45 -60 years were selected purposively and were randomly divided into two groups, Group A and Group B, with 15 in each group. Group A received resistance training along with conventional physiotherapy for 3 days a week for 4 months. Group B received conventional physiotherapy alone. Montreal Cognitive Assessment scale (MoCA) was used to assess cognition. Pre score was taken before the first session and post score was taken after 4 months, using Montreal cognitive assessment scale (MoCA).
Analysis: Follow up values was taken after four months. The results from outcome measure suggest that Group A (p<0.05) has greater effects when compared to Group B. The pre and post values of MoCA was analysed using Paired t-test and Wilcoxon signed rank test for within the group analysis and the between group analysis was done using Mann Whitney U Test. The corresponding p value of less than 0.05 was considered significant for each outcome.
RESULTS: Comparison of Group A and Group B using MoCA score at the end of study in both group was found to statistically significant (p<0.05).The Group A shows greater statistical significance when compared with Group B.
CONCLUSION: The study reveals that the addition of resistance training along with conventional exercises enhances cognitive function in subjects having type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild cognitive impairment.
Key words: Resistance training/resisted exercise, Mild Cognitive Impairment, Type 2 diabetes mellitus.