Easy home exercise may boost blood flow in diabetic patients

NCT ID NCT06064721

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether Buerger-Allen exercises, a series of leg movements done at home twice daily, can improve blood flow in people with type 2 diabetes. Researchers compared 74 participants who did the exercises plus routine care against those who only received routine care. The goal was to see if the exercise helps peripheral circulation, which is often poor in diabetes and can lead to serious complications.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Buerger-Allen exercise

What this could lead to

If effective, this simple home exercise could become a low-cost way to improve leg circulation and reduce complications in people with type 2 diabetes.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed trial with only 74 participants. The exercise may not work for everyone, and results may not apply to people with severe health issues or recent leg surgeries.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

type 2 diabetes mellitus

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • DHQ hospital, sheikhupura

    Sheikhupura, Punjab Province, Pakistan