Hypoglycemia during or after exercise may mean that your medication dose needs to be reduced. Call your doctor or nurse about the hypoglycemia. Blood sugar testing helps you find out about the effect exercise is having on your diabetes control. When you have diabetes you are at greater risk for foot injury when you exercise. Nerve damage may decrease your ability to feel an injury to your feet.
Impaired circulation can mean slow or poor healing when injuries do occur.
Prevention of injury to your feet is very important. When you talk to your doctor about starting an exercise program, you will be advised about whether your legs and feet can safely tolerate the type of exercise your are planning. Check your feet before and after exercise. Look for breaks in the skin, redness, blisters, or unusual swelling. If any of these problems occur, contact your doctor immediately.