Undermyfork App + CGM for Type 2 Diabetes
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial examines whether a mobile app called Undermyfork, used with a continuous glucose monitor (CGM), can help people with Type 2 diabetes better manage their blood sugar and reduce complications. Participants will use either the CGM alone or both the CGM and the app, which tracks diet and provides personalized insights. The trial targets individuals with Type 2 diabetes who take medication (excluding bolus insulin), have an A1c between 7.7% and 12.5%, and possess a smartphone for app use. As an unphased trial, this study offers a unique opportunity to explore innovative ways to manage diabetes through technology.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial does not specify if you need to stop taking your current medications, but it does require that you are not on bolus insulin. You can continue with other glucose-lowering medications.
What prior data suggests that this app and device combination is safe for managing Type 2 Diabetes?
Research shows that people with Type 2 Diabetes generally receive the Undermyfork mobile app well when used with the Dexcom G7 continuous glucose monitor (CGM). This combination helps users track blood sugar levels and understand how meals affect glucose. Although specific safety details aren't provided, the FDA has approved the Dexcom G7 for glucose monitoring, indicating a safety review. The app primarily assists with logging meals and tracking glucose, activities that typically don't raise safety concerns. Overall, both the app and the monitor have been used without major reports of problems, making them a promising option for managing diabetes.12345
Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about the Undermyfork app combined with the Dexcom G7 CGM because it offers a new way to manage Type 2 Diabetes by integrating technology into daily care. Unlike traditional methods that rely on manual glucose monitoring and food tracking, this approach uses the Dexcom G7 for continuous glucose monitoring and the Undermyfork app for easy, digital food diary maintenance. This combination could provide real-time insights into how food choices directly affect blood sugar levels, potentially leading to more personalized and effective diabetes management. By making it easier to see and understand the impact of diet on glucose levels, researchers hope this method will empower patients to make better-informed decisions about their health.
What evidence suggests that using the Undermyfork app with CGM is effective for managing Type 2 Diabetes?
In this trial, participants in the CGM plus Undermyfork group will use the Undermyfork app with a Dexcom G7 continuous glucose monitor (CGM) to manage type 2 diabetes more effectively. Research has shown that the app provides personalized advice on food choices by analyzing how different meals affect blood sugar levels. This information helps users make better food decisions, potentially improving overall diabetes management. By combining real-time blood sugar monitoring with customized dietary advice, users may achieve better blood sugar control and lower the risk of complications. Many users have reported that this method helps maintain blood sugar within a healthy range after eating.23467
Who Is on the Research Team?
Athena Philis-Tsimikas, MD
Principal Investigator
Scripps Health
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adults with type 2 diabetes who haven't used a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) in the last 6 months, have an HbA1c level between 7.7% and 12.5%, use a smartphone regularly, and are on stable glucose-lowering medication except bolus insulin.Inclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants use continuous glucose monitors (Dexcom G7) with or without the Undermyfork mobile app for real-time glucose monitoring and dietary tracking
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment, including assessments of diabetes distress and self-care activities
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Undermyfork Mobile App with Dexcom G7
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Scripps Whittier Diabetes Institute
Lead Sponsor