Clinical trial for Type 2 Diabetes
Official title Helping Couples Communicate Better: Does This Help Persons With Type 2 Diabetes Respond Better to a Step Count Prescription?
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07142512
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study wants to find out whether communication training for couples leads to higher step counts and better blood‑sugar control in people with type 2 diabetes.
- Who it's for
- Adults who have type 2 diabetes and their partners are invited to join.
- What's involved
- Participants receive a step counter and a step‑count goal from their doctor. Half of the couples also attend online or in‑person counseling sessions to learn kinder, more effective communication.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 45 and older
You may be able to join if
- (i) Index participant has T2D;
- (ii) Index participant 45 years of age or older;
- (iii) Index participant and partner: Co-habiting with a partner (same or different sex) for two or more years;
- (iv) Index participant and partner: Absence of gait difficulties or other co-morbid conditions that impede walking in the index participant;
- (v) Willingness to complete an audiovisual recording of a conversation between the couple members to capture couple communication styles
See the full eligibility criteria
- (i) Index participant has T2D;
- (ii) Index participant 45 years of age or older;
- (iii) Index participant and partner: Co-habiting with a partner (same or different sex) for two or more years;
- (iv) Index participant and partner: Absence of gait difficulties or other co-morbid conditions that impede walking in the index participant;
- (v) Willingness to complete an audiovisual recording of a conversation between the couple members to capture couple communication styles
- (vi) Index participant and partner Smartphone and Internet access.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 45 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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