Remote Exercise and Health Education to Improve Blood Sugar Control and Fitness in Adults with Type 2 Diabetes Over 12 Weeks

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating a 12-week personalized remote exercise intervention combined with standard health education in adults with type 2 diabetes. The study compares this remote exercise program to a control group receiving only health education, aiming to assess effects on blood sugar control and physical fitness. The study focuses on adults aged 40 to 69 years with type 2 diabetes meeting specific diagnostic and health criteria. Participants are randomized into two groups the intervention group receives a remote exercise program based on the FITT-VP principle, including aerobic activities like walking, jogging, swimming, and resistance training with elastic bands 2-3 times a week. Exercise sessions last 45 minutes with warm-up and cool-down periods, performed 5 to 7 times weekly, with intensity increasing from 40%-49% to 50%-59% of reserve oxygen uptake over 12 weeks. Exercise intensity and adherence are monitored through wearable devices, a mobile app, and daily medical supervision via a specialized platform. The control group receives standard diabetes health education with the same content and frequency but without the exercise program. During the study, participants are monitored for changes in glycemic control from baseline to 12 weeks. Data on heart rate, perceived exertion, and exercise activity are collected to track adherence and intensity. The study team also monitors safety and participant compliance throughout. This trial is sponsored by the Sichuan Academy of Medical Sciences and includes adults with controlled type 2 diabetes who have no major exercise contraindications. Participation involves regular exercise sessions, health education, and continuous remote monitoring over the 12-week period.

Evaluate the Effect of Remote Exercise Intervention on Blood Glucose Control and Physical Fitness in T2DM Patients