Investigating the effects of digital foot self-management program on enhancing self-efficacy and self-care behavior among community-dwelling older adults with type 2 diabetes: A randomized controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Diabetic foot self-management intervention programs have been proven to positively influence individuals' behaviors in preventing diabetic foot ulcers. Using digital technologies to deliver programs can facilitate compliance with diabetes self-management programs. However, few studies have focused on the effects of such digital programs on improving the self-efficacy and behaviors of older adults with type 2 diabetes in the community.

Aim

To evaluate the effects of a digital foot self-management program on self-efficacy, self-care behavior, and Hemoglobin A1c levels.

Design

A single-blinded, randomized controlled trial was conducted.

Methods

The intervention program comprised a 4-week digital foot care program with one face-to-face education sessio

SUBMITTER: Chen SM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10722916 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature