Medical Nutrition Therapy for Type 2 Diabetes
(PIHRK'D Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
The goal of this feasibility study is to use family units as support to promote nutrition and physical activity of individuals with type 2 diabetes. The main question it aims to answer is:• How does the family structure impact the health of its members living with type 2 diabetes?Participants will be asked to;* Tell us about their access to food sources and places in the community to engage in physical activity.* A nutrition and physical activity plan will be developed for participants and their families to use for 6 months.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
Is Medical Nutrition Therapy safe for humans?
How is Medical Nutrition Therapy different from other treatments for Type 2 Diabetes?
Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) is unique because it focuses on personalized dietary changes and lifestyle interventions to manage blood sugar levels, rather than relying solely on medication. It involves creating a meal plan that fits into a person's lifestyle and can be used alongside other treatments like insulin or oral medications to improve overall metabolic control.12567
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Medical Nutrition Therapy for Type 2 Diabetes?
Who Is on the Research Team?
Brittany Smalls, PhD
Principal Investigator
University of Kentucky
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for individuals with type 2 diabetes who live in rural Kentucky and have been residents for at least a year. It's designed to explore how family support can improve nutrition and physical activity habits. Participants must be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and willing to consent.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Baseline Assessment
Baseline data collection including demographics, clinical outcomes, and social network data
Treatment
Participants receive a 6-month nutrition and physical activity intervention with monthly medical nutrition therapy sessions
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Medical Nutrition Therapy
Medical Nutrition Therapy is already approved in United States, European Union, Canada for the following indications:
- Diabetes management
- High blood pressure management
- High cholesterol management
- Weight management
- Obesity management
- Nutritional disorders
- Metabolic disorders
- Gastrointestinal disorders
- Cardiovascular diseases
- Chronic disease management
- Nutrition-related disorders
- Weight management
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of Kentucky
Lead Sponsor
American Diabetes Association
Collaborator