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Non-randomised pilot study of a text message self-management support programme for people with diabetes

Non-randomised pilot study on the acceptability and efficacy of a text message self-management support programme for people with diabetes

Status
Completed
Phases
Unknown
Study type
Interventional
Source
ANZCTR
Registry ID
ACTRN12615000277549
Acronym
SMS4BG
Enrollment
40
Registered
2015-03-24
Start date
2013-07-22
Completion date
2013-08-26
Last updated
2020-01-13

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Conditions

None listed

Brief summary

This pilot study will assess the acceptability and efficacy of a text message theory-based self-management support programme that aims to enhance control of diabetes.

Interventions

An automated tailored text messaging programme with self-selected modules. A core programme of motivational support messages (2/week) in Maori or non-Maori versions; add-on modules include blood glucose monitoring reminders at a selected frequency (from 1/week to 4/day); insulin information (1/week); adolescent messages (1/week); self-selected goals around healthy eating, physical activity or stress/mood management (start at 4/week and reduce in frequency). The three month programme aims to supp

An automated tailored text messaging programme with self-selected modules. A core programme of motivational support messages (2/week) in Maori or non-Maori versions; add-on modules include blood glucose monitoring reminders at a selected frequency (from 1/week to 4/day); insulin information (1/week); adolescent messages (1/week); self-selected goals around healthy eating, physical activity or stress/mood management (start at 4/week and reduce in frequency). The three month programme aims to support and enhance self-management of diabetes and other wellness goals between clinic visits

Sponsors

Waitemata District Health Board
Lead SponsorHospital

Study design

Allocation
Non-randomised trial
Intervention model
Single group
Primary purpose
Educational / counselling / training
Masking
Open (masking not used)

Eligibility

Sex/Gender
All
Age
16 Years to 65 Years
Healthy volunteers
No

Inclusion criteria

type 1 or type 2 diabetes 16-65 years on insulin HbA1c greater than 70 have a mobile phone

Exclusion criteria

Not available for the duration of the programme

Outcome results

None listed

Source: ANZCTR · Data processed: Feb 4, 2026