This workshop, "Optimizing Performance for Diabetes Athletes," is designed for healthcare practitioners involved or interested in sports medicine. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the physiological impact of various types and intensities of exercise on glucose levels in athletes with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM).
Participants will learn to identify risk factors and strategies for preventing exercise-induced hypoglycemia, hyperglycemia, and ketosis in athletic settings. The course covers individualized nutrition, insulin adjustment, and glucose monitoring protocols to optimize performance and safety for athletes with diabetes.
The workshop also explores the role of healthcare professionals in collaborating with coaches and athletes to ensure safe, evidence-based diabetes management in sports. Attendees will discuss practical case scenarios and real-world challenges to improve clinical decision-making in the care of athletes with diabetes.
Target Audience: Healthcare practitioners involved or interested in sports medicine including Physicians, Physiotherapists, Health Educators, Dietitians, Paramedics, Nurses, Sports Scientists, and Strength & Conditioning Coaches.
Organized by the Continuous Professional Development Administration, Educational Activities Department at Riyadh Second Health Cluster / King Fahad Medical City.
