The Physical Activity and Diabetes Lab
GET INVOLVED
Most of our research requires in-person testing so we are always inviting people living with diabetes to contact us to get involved as participants in research.
TYPE 1 DIABETES STUDIES
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If you have type 1 diabetes and interested in taking part in an exercise study, please email diabex@ualberta.ca.
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We are recruiting all people living with T1D, but current ongoing studies are aimed at:
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people with type 1 diabetes and BMI >25
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females with type 1 diabetes not using hormonal birth control
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females with type 1 diabetes who are peri- or post-menopause
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Exercise Training for People with Type 1 Diabetes and Overweight or Obesity
TYPE 2 DIABETES STUDIES
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The Physical Activity and Diabetes Lab at the University of Alberta is looking for participants with type 2 diabetes who:
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Are 18-40 years old
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Had a diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes in the previous 3 months to 6 years
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Have HbA1c from 6.0% to 10%
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Have excess weight, but weight stable over the previous 6 months
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Are able to take part in structured exercise for 24 weeks
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Are willing to participate in a low energy diet that requires abstinence from alcohol
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CONTACT
Alberta Diabetes Institute
1-052 Li Ka Shing Building
11315 - 87 Ave NW
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T6G 2E1