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Feasibility of Remote Delivering an Exercise and Lifestyle Education Program for Individuals Living with Prediabetes and Diabetes in Brazil

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  • Mariana Balbi Seixas

    (Cardiovascular Research Unit and Exercise Physiology, University Hospital, Federal University of Juiz de Fora, Avenida Eugênio do Nascimento S/N, Juiz de Fora 36038-330, MG, Brazil
    Graduate Program in Physical Education, Faculty of Physical Education and Sports, Federal University of Juiz de Fora, Rua José Lourenço Kelmer S/N, Juiz de Fora 36036-900, MG, Brazil)

  • Gabriela Lima de Melo Ghisi

    (Cardiovascular Rehabilitation and Prevention Program, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, University Health Network, 347 Rumsey Road, Toronto, ON M4G 1R7, Canada)

  • Paul Oh

    (Cardiovascular Rehabilitation and Prevention Program, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, University Health Network, 347 Rumsey Road, Toronto, ON M4G 1R7, Canada)

  • Daniele Sirineu Pereira

    (Department of Physical Therapy, Federal University of Minas Gerais, Avenida Presidente Antônio Carlos, 6627, Pampulha, Belo Horizonte 31270-901, MG, Brazil
    Graduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Federal University of Minas Gerais, Avenida Presidente Antônio Carlos, 6627, Pampulha, Belo Horizonte 31270-901, MG, Brazil)

  • Ana Paula Boroni Moreira

    (Department of Nutrition, Federal University of Juiz de Fora, Juiz de Fora 36036-900, MG, Brazil)

  • Ann Kristine Jansen

    (Department of Nutrition, Federal University of Minas Gerais, Avenida Presidente Antônio Carlos, 6627, Pampulha, Belo Horizonte 31270-901, MG, Brazil)

  • Ana Paula Delgado Bomtempo Batalha

    (Cardiovascular Research Unit and Exercise Physiology, University Hospital, Federal University of Juiz de Fora, Avenida Eugênio do Nascimento S/N, Juiz de Fora 36038-330, MG, Brazil
    Graduate Program in Physical Education, Faculty of Physical Education and Sports, Federal University of Juiz de Fora, Rua José Lourenço Kelmer S/N, Juiz de Fora 36036-900, MG, Brazil)

  • Gabriela do Nascimento Cândido

    (Graduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Federal University of Minas Gerais, Avenida Presidente Antônio Carlos, 6627, Pampulha, Belo Horizonte 31270-901, MG, Brazil)

  • Josiane Aparecida de Almeida

    (Cardiovascular Research Unit and Exercise Physiology, University Hospital, Federal University of Juiz de Fora, Avenida Eugênio do Nascimento S/N, Juiz de Fora 36038-330, MG, Brazil
    Graduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences and Physical-Functional Performance, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Federal University of Juiz de Fora, Avenida Eugênio do Nascimento S/N, Juiz de Fora 36038-330, MG, Brazil)

  • Danielle Aparecida Gomes Pereira

    (Department of Physical Therapy, Federal University of Minas Gerais, Avenida Presidente Antônio Carlos, 6627, Pampulha, Belo Horizonte 31270-901, MG, Brazil
    Graduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Federal University of Minas Gerais, Avenida Presidente Antônio Carlos, 6627, Pampulha, Belo Horizonte 31270-901, MG, Brazil)

  • Lilian Pinto da Silva

    (Cardiovascular Research Unit and Exercise Physiology, University Hospital, Federal University of Juiz de Fora, Avenida Eugênio do Nascimento S/N, Juiz de Fora 36038-330, MG, Brazil
    Graduate Program in Physical Education, Faculty of Physical Education and Sports, Federal University of Juiz de Fora, Rua José Lourenço Kelmer S/N, Juiz de Fora 36036-900, MG, Brazil
    Graduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences and Physical-Functional Performance, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Federal University of Juiz de Fora, Avenida Eugênio do Nascimento S/N, Juiz de Fora 36038-330, MG, Brazil)

Abstract

This study aimed to test the feasibility of remote delivering a 12-week exercise and lifestyle education program (ExLE) or a 12-week exercise program (Ex) for individuals with prediabetes and diabetes in terms of acceptability, implementation, practicality, and limited efficacy. The programs were internet- or telephone-based delivered, depending on the participants’ internet access and technology literacy. Of the 196 individuals screened, 15 were included in the study (internet-based delivery ( n = 13); telephone-based delivery ( n = 2)). Twelve participants completed the program they were randomized to, and most reported being satisfied with the study interventions (acceptability). Data collection procedures, weekly follow-up, study website visits, and educational materials were proper (implementation), and the adherence rate to study interventions ranged from 24% to 58% (practicality). Additionally, both programs (ExLE and Ex) seemed to promote beneficial changes in functional capacity (limited efficacy). The internet-based remote delivery of the interventions showed feasibility. Therefore, in future trials, exercise and educational interventions can be internet-based remote delivered to individuals with prediabetes and diabetes with internet access and technology literacy. In addition, some adjustments to eligibility criteria, study websites, more accessible ways of recording exercise sessions and using educational materials, and an initial supervised exercise session are recommended.

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  • Mariana Balbi Seixas & Gabriela Lima de Melo Ghisi & Paul Oh & Daniele Sirineu Pereira & Ana Paula Boroni Moreira & Ann Kristine Jansen & Ana Paula Delgado Bomtempo Batalha & Gabriela do Nascimento Câ, 2022. "Feasibility of Remote Delivering an Exercise and Lifestyle Education Program for Individuals Living with Prediabetes and Diabetes in Brazil," IJERPH, MDPI, vol. 19(24), pages 1-13, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jijerp:v:19:y:2022:i:24:p:16697-:d:1001260
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