A cluster randomized trial of a health coach-led patient activation program in type 2 diabetes in Singapore - a study protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Self-management of type 2 diabetes is the cornerstone of diabetes care. Health coaching, with its focus on developing intrinsic motivation, is a promising intervention for improving self-care behaviors and suboptimal glycemic levels. Studies evaluating the effectiveness of utilizing trained lay persons as health coaches in Asia are lacking. This study aims to assess the effectiveness of the Patient Activation through Conversations (PACT) program, a 3-month health coaching program, compared to usual care, in improving glycemic control among adults with type 2 diabetes.

Methods/design

A pragmatic cluster-randomized controlled trial will be conducted, randomizing 18 Teamlets from 3 polyclinics (large publicly-funded primary care clinics) to PACT or Usual Care. A tota

SUBMITTER: Lee JHB 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12667191 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature