Whole Body Vibration Therapy in Individuals With Type 2 Diabetes

Launched by ANKARA MEDIPOL UNIVERSITY · May 24, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is exploring how whole body vibration therapy can help people with Type 2 diabetes. The researchers want to find out if this therapy can improve muscle oxygenation, which is how well muscles get the oxygen they need, as well as improve balance, functional capacity (how well a person can perform daily activities), and the ability to sense vibrations. Participants will be divided into two groups: one will receive whole body vibration therapy, while the other will follow a regular aerobic exercise program.

To join the study, participants need to be at least 18 years old, have a confirmed diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes, and be currently taking medication for diabetes. They should also be able to walk independently and have no serious health issues that could interfere with the therapy. The trial is not yet recruiting participants, but if you or someone you know fits these criteria, it may be a good opportunity to help researchers learn more about managing Type 2 diabetes. Participants can expect to be assessed on their muscle oxygen levels, balance, and overall health during the study.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Volunteering to participate in the research
• • Being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes
• • 18 years of age or older
• • HbA1c level to be 6.5-10%
• • Having a clinical history of diabetes between 2-10 years
• • Receiving oral hypoglycemic agent treatment
• • At least three HbA1c measurements within 12 to 24 months
• • Hemoglobin variability score (HVS) \<50
• • Being able to walk independently
• • Mini mental test score ≥ 24
• • Vastus lateralis muscle adipose tissue thickness \<20mm
• • BMI \<30 kg/m2
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Previous or concurrent psychiatric, neurological, orthopedic or systemic illness
• • Use of insulin in treatment
• • Diabetic neuropathy
• • Foot ulcer
• • Participation in any exercise program in the last 6 months
• • History of major hypoglycemia in the last 12 months
• • Working or have worked in a job with high exposure to mechanical whole body vibrations
• • Conditions that may contraindicate whole body vibration (deep vein thrombosis, severe osteoporosis, active cancer, implanted medical devices, etc.)
• • Hearing, vision and perception problems that may affect research results