Assessment of physical activity in people with diabetes and peripheral neuropathy

Carine H. M. van Schie, Elja L. J. Noordhof, Tessa E. Busch-Westbroek, Anita Beelen, Frans Nollet

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Abstract

This study evaluates the validity of the Step Activity Monitor (SAM) for assessing physical activity in neuropathic people with diabetes and the relation with self-reported physical activity. SAM was shown to be valid. Although SAM and self-reported physical activity are correlated, caution should be taken with self-reported data when monitoring individuals
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)e9-11
JournalDiabetes Research and Clinical Practice
Volume92
Issue number1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2011

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