Mentor/s
Professor Andrew Lazowski Professor Daniel Rober
Participation Type
Paper Talk
Abstract
It is estimated that the number of people afflicted with diabetes will rise from 171 million people worldwide in 2000 to 366 million people worldwide in 20301 . Diabetes causes an increased risk of heart disease and infections, high blood pressure, kidney disease and many other bodily malfunctions. This disease can even result in a plethora of other diseases thus causing a domino effect of health concerns. A common ailment that those with diabetes face is peripheral artery disease which leads to neurological damage in peripheral limbs. This condition commonly results in the amputation of the lower limbs. As a result of this serious procedure, patients may become withdrawn and discouraged, but it is important for them to stay optimistic throughout the recovery process. Mental health ties in greatly with the physical health and progress of patients. It is important to keep a healthy mindset throughout the entire amputation and rehabilitation processes
College and Major available
Exercise Science UG
Location
Panel L: University Commons UC 104
Start Day/Time
4-24-2019 2:00 PM
End Day/Time
4-24-2019 3:30 PM
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Prize Categories
Best Multidisciplinary Research or Collaboration
The Role of Positivity: Physical and Mental Aspects of Lower Limb Amputation Due to Diabetes
Panel L: University Commons UC 104
It is estimated that the number of people afflicted with diabetes will rise from 171 million people worldwide in 2000 to 366 million people worldwide in 20301 . Diabetes causes an increased risk of heart disease and infections, high blood pressure, kidney disease and many other bodily malfunctions. This disease can even result in a plethora of other diseases thus causing a domino effect of health concerns. A common ailment that those with diabetes face is peripheral artery disease which leads to neurological damage in peripheral limbs. This condition commonly results in the amputation of the lower limbs. As a result of this serious procedure, patients may become withdrawn and discouraged, but it is important for them to stay optimistic throughout the recovery process. Mental health ties in greatly with the physical health and progress of patients. It is important to keep a healthy mindset throughout the entire amputation and rehabilitation processes
Students' Information
Kylie Roberts, Exercise Science Major, Honors Minor, Class of 2019