A Digital Tool for Safe Exercise with Type 1 Diabetes
Informatics-Based Digital Application to Promote Safe Exercise in Middle-Aged Adults with Type 1 Diabetes
This project is creating a mobile app to help middle-aged adults with Type 1 diabetes exercise safely and regularly.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Yale University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Haven, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11174302 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
Many adults with Type 1 diabetes face challenges with exercise, which is important for managing their health and reducing heart disease risk. This project aims to develop a mobile app that uses information from continuous glucose monitors (CGM) to provide personalized support. The app will send timely text messages to help overcome exercise barriers and offer weekly tips for safe exercise. It will also provide monthly feedback on how exercise impacts blood sugar levels over time, helping you stay motivated and informed.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates are middle-aged adults (21+ years old) with Type 1 diabetes who are looking for support to exercise safely and regularly.
Not a fit: Patients who are not interested in using a mobile application for exercise guidance or who do not have Type 1 diabetes may not find this project beneficial.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this digital tool could help adults with Type 1 diabetes exercise more consistently and safely, potentially improving their overall health and reducing risks like heart disease.
How similar studies have performed: A previous pilot intervention showed temporary improvements in exercise management skills and motivation, indicating a foundation for this new digital approach.
Where this research is happening
New Haven, United States
- Yale University — New Haven, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ash, Garrett Igo — Yale University
- Study coordinator: Ash, Garrett Igo
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.