Diabetes Management in Wilderness Athletes
Publication Date: December 1, 2019
Last Updated: March 14, 2022
Recommendations
Diabetes Management in Wilderness Athletes
Diabetes-specific healthcare maintenance should be up to date prior to wilderness activity. Athletes with diabetes may need to undergo additional and more frequent specialty evaluations. (1 – Strong, C)
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Environmental Considerations
HIGH ALTITUDE
Change in insulin requirements
Those with insulin-dependent diabetes traveling to high altitude should be counseled on the potential for increased insulin requirements. Athletes should consider close monitoring on shorter trips to learn about their own glycemic trends prior to a major high altitude expedition. (2 – Weak, C)
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Overview
Title
Diabetes Management in Wilderness Athletes
Authoring Organization
Wilderness Medical Society