24-hour blood response comparison between exergaming and aerobic exercise in type-1 diabetes: A randomised study.
de Brito-Gomes, Jorge Luiz; Martins Vancea, Denise Maria; Soltani, Pooya; Rodrigues Ramos Reis, Andressa; da Cunha Costa, Manoel
Authors
Jorge Luiz de Brito-Gomes
Denise Maria Martins Vancea
Pooya Soltani
Andressa Rodrigues Ramos Reis
Manoel da Cunha Costa
Abstract
Aims: Patients with type-1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) need to maintain optimal lipid profiles, and manage inflammation and leukocyte levels. This requires a combination of insulin therapy, a balanced diet, reduced sedentary behaviour and regular exercise. Active video games (AVG) have been increasingly advocated as a motivating alternative to aerobic sessions (RUN). We aimed to compare the effects of AVG and RUN on blood responses in patients with T1DM.
Methods: We investigated these responses after a 24-hour period, using volume and intensity-matched sessions. We followed a sequential three-week protocol. Blood samples were taken after 24 h on day 2. During the second week, a randomised session (either AVG or RUN) occurred on day 3, followed by blood collection after 24 h (day 4). The same protocol was repeated in the third week. ANOVA, Fisher's test, effect size (ES), and minimal detectable differences (MDD) was performed.
Results: ANOVA and Fisher's tests showed similar biochemical parameters 24 h after AVG and RUN (p > 0.05, small to large ES). However, there was a clinically important increase in HDL levels after 24 h of exergame sessions (MDD = 4.1 mg/dL).
Conclusion: In summary, AVG and RUN showed similar effects on biochemical responses, with exergaming showing potential for enhancing HDL levels with clinical importance.
