This systematic review found robust data demonstrating that engagement in diabetes self-management education results in a statistically significant decrease in A1C levels .
PRACTICE IMPLICATION S The data suggest mode of delivery , hours of engagement , and baseline A1C can affect the likelihood of achieving statistically significant and clinical ly meaningful improvement in A1C
OBJECTIVE Assess effect of diabetes self-management education and support methods , providers , duration , and contact time on glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes .
Effect of diabetes education on glucose control.
After diabetes education , 39 adult diabetic patients were r and omized to either an education group or control group . The two groups received identical medical care and follow-up , except that the education group met with their diabetes educator on at least a quarterly basis . Neither group showed any statistically significant change in their glycosylated hemoglobin values , although the education group did have a 4 % drop after initial education compared to a 6 % rise in the control group . The education group had a lower attrition rate and a better improvement in self-rated dietary compliance . Education remains the cornerstone of diabetes management . Our team identified some trends between the two groups as well as some ideas to improve motivating and developing a stronger and more effective relationship with our patients
This systematic review found robust data demonstrating that engagement in diabetes self-management education results in a statistically significant decrease in A1C levels .
PRACTICE IMPLICATION S The data suggest mode of delivery , hours of engagement , and baseline A1C can affect the likelihood of achieving statistically significant and clinical ly meaningful improvement in A1C
OBJECTIVE Assess effect of diabetes self-management education and support methods , providers , duration , and contact time on glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes .