Effect of whole-body vibration on quality of life in diabetic postmenopausal women | ||
| Benha International Journal of Physical Therapy | ||
| Articles in Press, Corrected Proof, Available Online from 12 April 2025 PDF (459.54 K) | ||
| Document Type: Original Article | ||
| DOI: 10.21608/bijpt.2025.369770.1076 | ||
| Authors | ||
| Ahd Tarek Helmy* 1; Soheir Mahmoud El-kosery2; Mohamed Fawzy Abo EL Aanian3; Elham Shahat Hassan4 | ||
| 1Master of gaynacology, Women Health Department, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University. | ||
| 2Professor and Chairman of the Physical Therapy Department for Women's Health, Faculty of Physical Therapy. | ||
| 3Consultant of the Gynecology and Obstetrics, Om El Masryeen Hospital | ||
| 4Lecturer of Physical Therapy for Women's Health, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University | ||
| Abstract | ||
| Background: Menopause is characterized by reduced androgens produced by ovaries, which negatively affect women's health, including metabolism and quality of life (QoL) and sexual function. Purpose: This investigation aimed to examine the impact of whole body vibration on the quality of life of postmenopausal diabetic women. Methods: The investigation involved forty postmenopausal women (ranging in age from fifty to sixty five) who had diabetic neuropathy. They were separated into 2 equal groups randomly: Group A (study group): received whole body vibration (WBV) and balancing exercise. Group B (the control group) received the same balancing exercises as Group A. For twelve weeks, the treatment was administered 3 times per week. The Menopause Specific Quality of Life Questionnaire (MENQOL questionnaire) assessed the quality of life before and after the treatment. Results: The MENQOL increased significantly within both groups (p = 0.001); however, the MENQOL of group B was significantly higher than that of group A . Conclusion: WBV has additive beneficial effects on balance but not on quality of life in diabetic postmenopausal women. | ||
| Keywords | ||
| Diabetic postmenopausal; Whole-body vibration; Quality of life | ||
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