Push-ups are not recommended for patients with diabetic retinopathy.
Diabetic retinopathy can be induced by poor long-term glycemic control, diabetic retinopathy, if sit-ups, push-ups and other actions that require continuous contraction of the chest and abdominal muscles, may make the venous return obstruction, resulting in increased venous pressure in the eye, resulting in elevated intraocular pressure, so diabetic retinopathy patients are not recommended to do push-ups.
In addition, patients with diabetic retinopathy should avoid strenuous exercise, which may also increase intraocular pressure.
Patients diagnosed with diabetic retinopathy should actively cooperate with their doctors, and it is recommended that they consult a specialist before deciding to exercise.