Our aim is to better understand how we can prevent and manage chronic disease through the application of human movement across the physical activity intensity spectrum
Recruiting studies
Adults who are overweight or living with obesity have an increased risk of health problems, such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease, and every day physical tasks can be harder to perform. We call this ‘impaired physical function’.
The number of people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes is increasing rapidly. Unfortunately, one of the consequences of having type 2 diabetes is that it also puts people at a high risk of having heart problems, kidney failure and problems with their sleep. For example, insomnia is common
The number of people living with two or more chronic conditions (also called multiple long-term conditions) is increasing. Multiple long-term conditions can affect people’s:
ability to ‘bounce back’ from illness
independence
In the UK it is estimated that around 1 in every 4 adults are living with obesity. Obesity is a serious health concern that increases the risk of many other health conditions. Obesity is also known to affect…
The CODEC study aims to identify the chronotypes in patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes to find out what impact, if any, the chronotype (e.g. ‘night owl’ or ‘lark’) has on the patient’s ability to control their blood sugar levels, among other biological measures.
We will test a diet and physical activity training and support programme for people of African and Caribbean heritage who have type 2 diabetes to help them manage their condition and avoid diabetes complications.
Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) in 16-40 year olds: A Multifactorial Management Intervention to Address Multimorbidity in Early-Onset T2D in Adults
Completed studies
We will investigates the physiological and metabolic impact of adding structured exercise to a 12-week high protein low energy diet in South Asians living with type 2 diabetes and obesity.
We will investigate whether a single 30 minute bout of aerobic exercise increases the time spent with low blood sugar levels over the following 24-hours in individuals at least 12 months post bariatric surgery.
Impact of exercise training in combination with dapagliflozin on physical function in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus: The “DETA” randomised controlled trial
Assessing whether the combination of a low energy diet in conjunction with structured exercise training can lead to remission in young adults with Type 2 Diabetes
Post-hospitalisation COVID-19 study: a national consortium to understand and improve long-term health outcomes (PHOSP-COVID Study)
GPs will trial a height-adjustable workstation for a short period of time to provide feedback on their experiences of using it during their working day.
Snacktivity focuses on promoting small (2-5 mins), but frequent, doses of regular MVPA throughout the day.
Plant based diets are thought to be an effective way to improve markers of health related to Type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
Most people are aware that being physically active is good for our health. What most people don’t know is that sitting down for long periods of our day is also bad for us.
Given the importance of sleep behaviour to health, the importance of accurately monitoring sleep duration and quality is becoming more evident.
investigating the effects of a seated arm cycling intervention on health and ulcer healing in patients with active diabetic foot ulceration.
Type 2 diabetes is strongly linked to reduced physical function (difficulties in carrying out daily activities, muscle weakness, slow walking speed, etc.).
People whose job primarily involves desk-based work spend a large proportion of their day sitting down at work in addition to sitting at home.
We will test and compare whether yoga and light intensity walking can be effectively used in the prevention of Type 2 diabetes.
Research Areas…
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