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- EvidenceScore™
- 83
- Strong
- ImpactScore™
- 73
- Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- 70
- generally_consistent
Supporting studies: Based on 10 studies
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Power training improves glycemic control in older adults with T2D.
Last updated September 12, 2026
Key finding
HbA1c decreased by 13.1 mmol/mol.
This study investigated the effects of power training on glycemic control in older adults with type 2 diabetes, finding a significant reduction in HbA1c levels.
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EvidenceScore™
Moderate
Study type
RCTs
Follow-up
Extended (5–20+ y)
Risk of bias
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Study focus
This study investigated the effects of power training on glycemic control in older adults with type 2 diabetes, finding a significant reduction in HbA1c levels.
Clinical relevance
As the prevalence of type 2 diabetes increases among older adults, effective management strategies are crucial. This study suggests that incorporating power training could enhance glycemic control, potentially reducing the risk of diabetes-related complications and improving overall health outcomes in this population.
Keep in mind
The effectiveness of the interventions remains unclear due to limited data. Sample size and demographic diversity may affect generalizability. The study did not assess long-term effects of power training.
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Kylie AS, Yorgi M, Shelley K, et al. Power training may be a feasible adjunctive therapy for improving glycemic control for the growing epidemic of T2D in older adults. Trials. 2015;16:512. doi:10.1186/s13063-015-1037-y
Main Effects
Power training led to a decrease in HbA1c by 13.1 mmol/mol.
HOMA2-IR decreased by 0.6 in the power training group.
No significant change in HbA1c was observed in the sham control group.
No significant change in HOMA2-IR was noted in the sham control group.
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Evidence Context
This study contributes evidence to Exercise therapy, Sham Exercise Control and HOMA-IR (Supplement), HbA1c.
This study contributes evidence to
Primary intervention
Exercise therapy
Primary outcomes
- HOMA-IR (Supplement)
- HbA1c
Evidence topics
Primary intervention
Primary outcomes
Evidence relationships
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Evidence pairs
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Relationships
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Moderate contributionModerate confidenceNetwork score: 59
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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 1 direct semantic evidence topic
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Primary evidence
Evidence topic
HbA1c Reduction
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Core evidence
Study findings
The primary outcomes reported in this study.
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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- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence TrackerHOMA-IR (Supplement)
Sham Exercise Control → HOMA-IR (Supplement)
Sham Exercise Control → HOMA-IR (Supplement)
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
- Power training resulted in a significant HbA1c reduction of 13.1 mmol/mol.
- HOMA2-IR showed a decrease of 0.6 with power training.
- No changes were observed in the sham control group for both outcomes.
Who this applies to
- Older adults diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.
- Individuals seeking adjunctive therapies for glycemic control.
Keep in Mind
- Results may not be applicable to younger populations.
- Further research is needed to confirm long-term benefits.
- The study's findings are based on a specific intervention duration.
Between the Lines
- The effectiveness of the interventions remains unclear due to limited data.
- Sample size and demographic diversity may affect generalizability.
- The study did not assess long-term effects of power training.
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Connected Evidence
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Relationships organized using the Dediabetes Evidence Intelligence™ framework.
This study contributes to evidence on Exercise therapy and HbA1c, Exercise therapy and HOMA-IR (Supplement).
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Exercise therapy → HbA1c
Physical Activity
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- 83
- Strong
- ImpactScore™
- 73
- Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- 70
- generally_consistent
Supporting studies: Based on 10 studies
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Exercise therapy → HOMA-IR (Supplement)
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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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outcome_hubMeasures HbA1c as a key outcome.
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Questions answered by this study
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Does Exercise therapy lower HbA1c?
Strong Evidence
Exercise therapy may lower HbA1c.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are generally consistent across studies.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
HbA1c
EvidenceScore™ Strong | EvidenceScore™ 83.1 | moderate positive | ConsistencyScore™ Generally Consistent | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
Does Exercise therapy improve homa-ir (SUPPLEMENT)?
Emerging Evidence
Exercise therapy appears to improve homa-ir (SUPPLEMENT).
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
HOMA-IR (Supplement)
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.
Does Sham Exercise Control improve homa-ir (SUPPLEMENT)?
Emerging Evidence
Current evidence does not show a clear benefit of Sham Exercise Control for homa-ir (SUPPLEMENT).
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
HOMA-IR (Supplement)
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | neutral | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
Does Sham Exercise Control lower HbA1c?
Emerging Evidence
Current evidence does not show a clear benefit of Sham Exercise Control for HbA1c.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
HbA1c
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | neutral | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
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