The ActiveText@T2D text messaging behavioural intervention to increase physical activity in adults with type 2 diabetes: A prospective single-arm feasibility trial
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.A mobile text messaging intervention, ActiveText@T2D, proved feasible and acceptable for promoting physical activity in Saudi adults with type 2 diabetes (T2DM). This culturally tailored approach shows promise for improving self-management among this population.
Area Of Science
- Digital Health
- Behavioral Science
- Endocrinology
Background
- Physical activity is crucial for type 2 diabetes (T2DM) self-management, yet most Saudi adults do not meet recommendations.
- Culturally tailored interventions are lacking for promoting physical activity in Saudi adults with T2DM.
- Existing interventions often fail to address specific cultural contexts and patient needs.
Purpose Of The Study
- To explore the feasibility and acceptability of ActiveText@T2D, a 6-week theory-based mobile text messaging intervention.
- To promote physical activity in Saudi adults diagnosed with type 2 diabetes (T2DM).
- To assess recruitment, retention, and patient/provider perceptions of the intervention.
Main Methods
- A prospective, single-centre, single-arm feasibility study of the ActiveText@T2D intervention.
- Intervention development informed by the Behaviour Change Wheel (BCW) and COM-B model.
- Utilized SMS text messages, clinical data (BMI, glycaemic control), and self-reported outcomes (self-efficacy, physical activity, barriers).
Main Results
- High participation (84%) and retention (75%) rates were achieved.
- Outcome measures (BBAQ, ESE-A, A-IPAQ) demonstrated sensitivity to change.
- Patients and healthcare professionals found the intervention broadly acceptable, with key themes including utility of text messaging and improved knowledge.
Conclusions
- ActiveText@T2D is a feasible and acceptable culturally tailored SMS text messaging intervention for Saudi adults with T2DM.
- The intervention shows potential for promoting physical activity and improving diabetes self-management.
- A definitive randomized controlled trial is warranted to evaluate effectiveness and cost-effectiveness.
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