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- EvidenceScore™
- 81
- Strong
- ImpactScore™
- 79
- Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- 86
- consistent
Supporting studies: Based on 7 studies
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Physical activity intervention improves glycaemic control in individuals with abnormal glucose tolerance
Last updated July 18, 2026
Key finding
Participants in the intervention group demonstrated a 1.18% reduction in HbA1c (95% CI, -1.65, -0.71).
This pilot randomized controlled trial evaluated a 12-week device-measured physical activity intervention on glycaemic control and visual functioning in individuals newly diagnosed with AGT in Ghana, finding a significant reduction in HbA1c levels.
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EvidenceScore™
Moderate
Study type
RCTs
Follow-up
Medium-Term (3–12 mo)
Risk of bias
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Study focus
This pilot randomized controlled trial evaluated a 12-week device-measured physical activity intervention on glycaemic control and visual functioning in individuals newly diagnosed with AGT in Ghana, finding a significant reduction in HbA1c levels.
Clinical relevance
This study highlights the potential of structured physical activity interventions in managing glycaemic control among newly diagnosed AGT patients. Given the rising prevalence of diabetes in Ghana, effective lifestyle interventions could play a crucial role in improving health outcomes and reducing the risk of diabetes-related complications.
Keep in mind
The study had a small sample size, limiting generalizability. Effectiveness of the general health education intervention remains unclear. Statistical significance for contrast sensitivity improvements was not established.
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Ebenezer OA, Thomas H, Stephen O, et al. Pilot randomized controlled trial assessing the feasibility of a 12-week device-measured physical activity intervention on glycaemic control and visual functioning among individuals newly diagnosed with AGT in Ghana. Pilot and Feasibility Studies. 2026;12:56. doi:10.1186/s40814-026-01805-x
Main Effects
Intervention group demonstrated a 1.18% reduction in HbA1c (95% CI, -1.65, -0.71).
Control group showed a reduction in HbA1c of -0.57 (95% CI, -1.37, 0.23).
Improvements in contrast sensitivity in the right eye (Δ = 0.029; 95% CI, -0.11, 0.17).
Improvements in contrast sensitivity in the left eye (Δ = 0.046; 95% CI, -0.09, 0.19).
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Evidence Context
This study contributes evidence to Exercise therapy, Synchronous online type 1 diabetes psychoeducational program for school staff and HbA1c, Improvement in contrast sensitivity in the left eye, Improvement in contrast sensitivity in the right eye.
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Primary intervention
Exercise therapy
Primary outcomes
- HbA1c
- Improvement in contrast sensitivity in the left eye
- Improvement in contrast sensitivity in the right eye
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2
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Moderate contributionModerate confidenceNetwork score: 68
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Evidence pairs
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High relevance in at least one topic
Why it is useful
- Contributes to 4 evidence relationships
- Includes primary outcome data
- Linked to 2 direct semantic evidence topics
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Primary evidence
Evidence relationship
Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) Programs and HbA1c
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Evidence topic
HbA1c Reduction
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Study findings
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Improvement in contrast sensitivity in the left eye
Exercise therapy → Improvement in contrast sensitivity in the left eye
Exercise therapy → Improvement in contrast sensitivity in the left eye
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence TrackerImprovement in contrast sensitivity in the right eye
Exercise therapy → Improvement in contrast sensitivity in the right eye
Exercise therapy → Improvement in contrast sensitivity in the right eye
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence TrackerHbA1c
Synchronous online type 1 diabetes psychoeducational program for school staff → HbA1c
Synchronous online type 1 diabetes psychoeducational program for school staff → HbA1c
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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Evidence Suggest
- Device-measured physical activity led to a significant 1.18% decrease in HbA1c.
- Control group showed a smaller reduction in HbA1c of -0.57%.
- Contrast sensitivity improvements were noted but lacked statistical significance.
Who this applies to
- Individuals newly diagnosed with AGT.
- Patients in Ghana seeking lifestyle interventions for diabetes management.
Keep in Mind
- Findings may not be applicable to populations outside Ghana.
- The study's small sample size may affect the reliability of the results.
- Further research is needed to confirm the effectiveness of the interventions.
Between the Lines
- The study had a small sample size, limiting generalizability.
- Effectiveness of the general health education intervention remains unclear.
- Statistical significance for contrast sensitivity improvements was not established.
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This study contributes to evidence on Exercise therapy and HbA1c, Exercise therapy and Improvement in contrast sensitivity in the left eye.
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Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- 81
- Strong
- ImpactScore™
- 79
- Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- 86
- consistent
Supporting studies: Based on 7 studies
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Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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Does Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) Programs improve HbA1c?
Strong Evidence
Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) Programs may improve HbA1c.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are generally consistent across studies.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
HbA1c
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | neutral | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on 32 supporting studies with generally consistent results and a positive effect signal.
Limitations
- Population details are unavailable.
Does Exercise therapy improve HbA1c?
Strong Evidence
Exercise therapy may improve HbA1c.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
HbA1c
EvidenceScore™ Strong | EvidenceScore™ 81.3 | moderate positive | ConsistencyScore™ Consistent | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
- Population details are unavailable.
Does Exercise therapy improve improvement in contrast sensitivity in the left eye?
Emerging Evidence
Exercise therapy appears to improve Improvement in contrast sensitivity in the left eye.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Improvement in contrast sensitivity in the left eye
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
- Consistency cannot yet be determined.
- Population details are unavailable.
Does Exercise therapy improve improvement in contrast sensitivity in the right eye?
Emerging Evidence
Exercise therapy appears to improve Improvement in contrast sensitivity in the right eye.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Improvement in contrast sensitivity in the right eye
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
- Consistency cannot yet be determined.
- Population details are unavailable.
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