Effects of a Tailored Text Messaging Intervention Among Diverse Adults With Type 2 Diabetes: Evidence From the 15-Month REACH Randomized Controlled Trial.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Text messaging interventions have high potential for scalability and for reductions in health disparities. However, more rigorous, long-term trials are needed. We examined the long-term efficacy and mechanisms of a tailored text messaging intervention.

Research design and methods

Adults with type 2 diabetes participated in a parallel-groups, 15-month randomized controlled trial and were assigned to receive Rapid Education/Encouragement and Communications for Health (REACH) for 12 months or control. REACH included interactive texts and tailored texts addressing medication adherence and nontailored texts supporting other self-care behaviors. Outcomes included hemoglobin A_1c (HbA_1c), diabetes medication adherence, self-care, and self-efficacy.

SUBMITTER: Nelson LA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7783936 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature