My Father's Experience With Diabetes

My dad is an individual who is frequently described as always being on the go and never knowing how to simply be still. At 68 years old, he is either traveling for work or seen working on projects around the house. My dad discovered he was a type 2 diabetic approximately five years ago after being catapulted out of a standing skid loader when performing yard work. The event resulting in a two day hospital stay, a wrist and ankle sprain, a torn rotator cuff, a fractured pelvis, and a diagnosis of type two diabetes. My dad describes the day as an eye opening experience because he was unaware of how much the condition was affecting his daily life. He noted experiencing lightheadedness, frequent urination, and numbness and tingling in the feet …show more content…
Prior to being discharged from the hospital, he was supplied with a blood glucose meter to track his daily glucose readings and an assortment of medication as the first step to controlling his blood sugar level. My dad became frustrated early in the process because he would have spikes in his glucose levels despite being compliant with the medication regiment. The solution from the primary care physician was to alter the medications, however his blood sugar continued to remain …show more content…
He continues to remain cognizant of his condition in the effort to make small improvements in his lifestyle despite having several lapses and relapses occur along the way. Wellness physical therapy would be beneficial for my dad at this time as a way to provide resources for exercise and nutrition to help makes positive gains in his health and wellness. Living with a chronic condition can be extremely challenging, however there is always a chance to make progress by having the right attitude and drive to make a change for the