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A Self-Regulation-Based eHealth and mHealth Intervention for an Active Lifestyle in Adults With Type 2 Diabetes:
Louise Poppe1,2, Ilse De Bourdeaudhuij1, Maïté Verloigne1
1Physical Activity and Health Research Group, Department of Movement and Sports Sciences, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium.
JMIR Research Protocols
|March 23, 2019
Summary
This study tests "MyPlan 2.0," an online intervention for type 2 diabetes patients to increase physical activity and reduce sedentary behavior. The results will show if theory-based online programs can effectively improve lifestyle management for this population.
Area of Science:
- Digital health interventions
- Behavioral science in chronic disease management
- Type 2 diabetes management
Background:
- Active lifestyles are crucial for managing type 2 diabetes.
- Online interventions for lifestyle changes in type 2 diabetes patients show mixed results.
- Theory-based, population-specific interventions are key for effective lifestyle modification.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the "MyPlan 2.0" online intervention.
- To outline the study protocol for evaluating "MyPlan 2.0" effectiveness.
- To assess the intervention's impact on physical activity and sedentary behavior in type 2 diabetes patients.
Main Methods:
- A two-arm superiority randomized controlled trial.
- Objective physical activity and sedentary behavior measurement via accelerometers and questionnaires.
- Exploration of patient stressors and determinants for change using questionnaires and diaries.
Main Results:
- The randomized controlled trial commenced in January 2018.
- Participant testing is scheduled for completion by July 2019, accommodating staggered start dates.
Conclusions:
- This research will elucidate the efficacy of a theory-based online intervention.
- The study aims to determine if "MyPlan 2.0" can increase physical activity and decrease sedentary time in adults with type 2 diabetes.
Keywords:
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