Forgot your insulin? a 15-Minute walk might help, study says

NCT ID NCT06686329

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a 15-minute brisk walk, taken right after a missed insulin dose, can prevent high blood sugar in people with type 1 diabetes. Researchers will compare blood sugar levels in 30 adults aged 18-24 who either take insulin before a meal, after a meal, or after a meal plus a short walk. The goal is to find a simple, practical way to manage blood sugar spikes when insulin timing goes wrong.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

15-minute brisk walk

What this could lead to

If it works, this could give people with type 1 diabetes a simple, drug-free way to manage blood sugar spikes when they forget to take insulin before a meal.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The effect of walking may be too small to make a meaningful difference in blood sugar control.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hyperglycemia Motor Activity type 1 diabetes mellitus

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Institut de recherches cliniques de Montréal

    RECRUITING

    Montreal, Quebec, H2W 1R7, Canada