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Recently published diabetes studies added to Dediabetes, summarized and organized by intervention and outcome.

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Last updated: Jul 22, 2026643 studies indexed

July 2026

Published Jul 18, 2026RCTs

Acupuncture with Diet May Improve Depression in Diabetics

This study evaluated the efficacy of an anti-inflammatory diet combined with acupuncture in patients with type 2 diabetes and depression, finding significant reductions in depression and anxiety.

Interventions
Acupuncture combined with an anti-inflammatory dietLow-fat dietStandard treatment
Outcomes
Anxiety scoreDepression scoreHDL cholesterol+2 more
Added to Dediabetes Jul 18, 2026
Published Jul 18, 2026RCTs

Empagliflozin reduces HbA1c in youth with type 2 diabetes

This study evaluated the efficacy and safety of SGLT2 and DPP-4 inhibitors in adolescents and young adults with Type 2 diabetes, finding modest reductions in HbA1c with empagliflozin.

Interventions
Dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitorsEmpagliflozin
Outcomes
Body weightFasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)HbA1c+1 more
Added to Dediabetes Jul 18, 2026
Published Jul 18, 2026RCTs

Roux-en-Y gastric bypass shows better long-term outcomes than sleeve gastrectomy

This study compared long-term outcomes of laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy and Roux-en-Y gastric bypass in patients with type 2 diabetes and obesity, revealing significant differences in anxiety and physical health scores.

Interventions
Gastric bypassSleeve gastrectomy
Outcomes
Anxiety scoreImprovements in RAND-36 General Health ScorePhysical functioning+1 more
Added to Dediabetes Jul 18, 2026
Published Jul 18, 2026RCTs

HIIT and Aerobic-Resistance Training Improve Diabetes Outcomes

This study compared the effects of combined aerobic-resistance training and high-intensity interval training on adults with type 2 diabetes. Both interventions showed significant improvements in fasting insulin and HbA1c levels compared to standard care.

Interventions
High-intensity interval exerciseResistance training
Outcomes
6-minute walk distanceFasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)Fasting insulin levels+6 more
Added to Dediabetes Jul 18, 2026
Published Jul 18, 2026RCTs

Pregabalin improves pain relief in diabetic neuropathy

This study evaluated the efficacy of pregabalin in treating painful diabetic peripheral neuropathy. Higher doses of pregabalin (300 mg and 600 mg) significantly reduced pain scores compared to placebo.

Interventions
Pregabalin 150 mg/dayPregabalin 300 mg/dayPregabalin 75 mg/day+1 more
Outcomes
Mean pain score reduction compared to placebo (Pregabalin 150 mg/day)Mean pain score reduction compared to placebo (Pregabalin 75 mg/day)Mean pain score reduction with Pregabalin 300 mg/day+3 more
Added to Dediabetes Jul 18, 2026
Published Jul 18, 2026RCTs

Self-Regulation Intervention Improves Diabetes Management

This study evaluated the effectiveness of an IFSMT-based self-regulation intervention in patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, finding significant improvements in self-care ability, HbA1c levels, and quality of life.

Interventions
IFSMT-based self-regulation module
Outcomes
HbA1cImprovement in self-care abilityQuality of life
Added to Dediabetes Jul 18, 2026
Published Jul 18, 2026RCTs

Subgingival scaling may improve glycemic control in diabetes

This study investigated the impact of subgingival scaling and root planing (SRP) combined with oral hygiene instruction (OHI) on glycemic control in type 2 diabetes patients with periodontitis, finding significant improvements in certain clinical measures.

Interventions
SRP + OHI
Outcomes
Bleeding on probingChange in CD4+/CD8+ RatioClinical attachment level+3 more
Added to Dediabetes Jul 18, 2026

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