Overcoming Physical Barriers to Diabetes Self-Care: Reframing Disability as an Opportunity for Ingenuity
- Beth Ann Coonrod, PhD, MPH, RN, CDE
Abstract
In Brief
Physical barriers can pose a challenge in helping individuals achieve self-care goals. This article describes types of physical barriers and the decision-making process for developing strategies to overcome them. It also directs readers to resources offering information about, and detailed strategies for overcoming, specific physical barriers.
Footnotes
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Beth Ann Coonrod, PhD, MPH, RN, CDE, is the diabetes clinical specialist and coordinator of the Diabetes Comprehensive Care Program at Heritage Valley Health System in Beaver and Sewickley, Penn.
- American Diabetes Association
