Is Massage Useful in the Management of Diabetes? A Systematic Review

  • Ezzo J
  • Donner T
  • Nickols D
  • et al.
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In BriefMassage is among the fastest growing complementary therapies used in the United States. This article systematically reviews the available evidence on potential benefits and adverse effects of massage for people with diabetes. Massage at injection sites may increase insulin absorption. In addition, uncontrolled studies suggest that massage may have a positive effect on blood glucose levels and symptoms of diabetic neuropathy. However, randomized, placebo-controlled studies are needed to confirm any short- and long-term benefits of massage as a complementary treatment for diabetes and to further define an optimal massage treatment.

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Ezzo, J., Donner, T., Nickols, D., & Cox, M. (2001). Is Massage Useful in the Management of Diabetes? A Systematic Review. Diabetes Spectrum, 14(4), 218–224. https://doi.org/10.2337/diaspect.14.4.218

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