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Research Summary
Smartphone app shows little effect on physical activity in type 2 diabetes
Key finding
We found no significant effect of the intervention on MVPA at 3 months (β=1.51, 95% CI -5.53 to 8.55).
This study evaluated the impact of the DiaCert smartphone app on physical activity levels in adults with Type 2 diabetes. Results indicated no significant improvements in moderate to vigorous physical activity or other health metrics.
Evidence strength
Moderate confidence
Study type
RCTs
Follow-up
Medium-Term (3–12 mo)
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Population
Young Adult (19–39), Middle Aged (40-64), Male, Female, Asia-Pacific (APAC), with T2 Diabetes
Intervention
DiaCert app
Study type
RCTs
Follow-up
Medium-Term (3–12 mo)
Primary outcome
Moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA) at 3 months
Comparator
Standard care only
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What this paper says
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Study focus
This study evaluated the impact of the DiaCert smartphone app on physical activity levels in adults with Type 2 diabetes. Results indicated no significant improvements in moderate to vigorous physical activity or other health metrics.
Clinical relevance
Understanding the effectiveness of mHealth interventions like the DiaCert app is crucial for developing strategies to improve physical activity in adults with Type 2 diabetes. Given the rising prevalence of diabetes, identifying effective tools to promote lifestyle changes is essential for enhancing patient care and health outcomes.
Keep in mind
The study did not show significant improvements in primary outcomes. The sample size and demographic characteristics may limit generalizability. Potential unmeasured confounders could affect the results.
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Taiane DAC, Ida T, Adrián M, et al. Effect of a Smartphone App on Physical Activity in Adults with Type 2 Diabetes: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Interactive Journal of Medical Research. 2024;13:e53054. doi:10.2196/53054
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Main Effects
No significant change in moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA) at 3 months (β=1.51, 95% CI -5.53 to 8.55).
No significant change in MVPA at 6 months (β=-3.53, 95% CI -10.97 to 3.92).
Significant effect on BMI at 6 months (β=0.52, 95% CI 0.20 to 0.84), but no mean difference between groups.
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Evidence Context
This study contributes evidence to Rama Diabetes Care app and BMI, Diastolic blood pressure, HDL cholesterol, and 7 more.
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- Diastolic blood pressure
- HDL cholesterol
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The primary outcomes reported in this study.
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HbA1c
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HDL cholesterol
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LDL cholesterol
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Physical activity level (MET-minutes per week)
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Total cholesterol
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Evidence Suggest
- No significant effect on MVPA at 3 months (1.51 minutes/day, p=0.45).
- No significant effect on MVPA at 6 months (-3.53 minutes/day, p=0.45).
- BMI showed a slight increase (0.52 kg/m²) but lacked meaningful group differences.
Who this applies to
- Adults aged 18 and older with Type 2 diabetes.
- Individuals seeking to increase physical activity through mobile health interventions.
Keep in Mind
- The findings may not apply to populations outside the study sample.
- The lack of significant results suggests the app may not be effective for promoting physical activity.
- Further research is needed to explore other mHealth solutions for diabetes management.
Between the Lines
- The study did not show significant improvements in primary outcomes.
- The sample size and demographic characteristics may limit generalizability.
- Potential unmeasured confounders could affect the results.
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ConsensusScore™: Results are consistent across studies.
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HbA1c
EvidenceScore™ Limited | EvidenceScore™ 39.9 | neutral | ConsensusScore™ Consistent | 1 study
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- Only one supporting study is available.
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Does Rama Diabetes Care app improve physical activity level (met-minutes per week)?
Limited Evidence
Current evidence does not show a clear benefit of Rama Diabetes Care app for Physical activity level (MET-minutes per week).
ConsensusScore™: Results are consistent across studies.
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Physical activity level (MET-minutes per week)
EvidenceScore™ Limited | EvidenceScore™ 34.2 | neutral | ConsensusScore™ Consistent | 1 study
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Limitations
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- Population details are unavailable.
Does Rama Diabetes Care app affect bmi?
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BMI
EvidenceScore™ Limited | EvidenceScore™ 34.2 | neutral | ConsensusScore™ Unclear | 1 study
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- Only one supporting study is available.
- Consistency cannot yet be determined.
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Does Rama Diabetes Care app improve diastolic blood pressure?
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Current evidence does not show a clear benefit of Rama Diabetes Care app for Diastolic blood pressure.
ConsensusScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
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Diastolic blood pressure
EvidenceScore™ Limited | EvidenceScore™ 34.2 | neutral | ConsensusScore™ Unclear | 1 study
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Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
- Consistency cannot yet be determined.
- Population details are unavailable.
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