"Information Technology Methodology for Patient Motivation in Diabetes Management."
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2010-04-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
Type 2 diabetes is a chronic metabolic disorder requiring lifestyle modification and
medicines, adherence to which has to be practised on a daily basis.
Motivation of patients to adhere to treatment is difficult in clinical practice. It is well
documented that majority of patients do not reach the glycaemic targets even in the centres
of excellence. Regular short service messages (SMS) through cell phones could have a positive
effect on behaviour and adherence to life style changes and compliance to drugs. It may be
practical and feasible to use information technology as an effective and simple tool for
motivating patients to adhere to the prescribed treatment regimen.
In diabetic patients, frequent reminders regarding the need for adherence to LSM and drugs by
the medical professionals will improve the compliance.
Phase:
Phase 1
Details
Lead Sponsor:
India Diabetes Research Foundation & Dr. A. Ramachandran's Diabetes Hospitals