Using mobile health apps to improve diabetes management

Efficacy of Using Mobile Health Applications for Health

NA · San Diego State University · NCT05589155

This study is testing if using a mobile health app can help people with type 2 diabetes better manage their weight and blood sugar levels.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment30 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 64 Years
SexAll
SponsorSan Diego State University (other)
Locations1 site (San Diego, California)
Trial IDNCT05589155 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of mobile health applications in enhancing health outcomes for individuals with type 2 diabetes. Participants will engage in a 6-month program where they will monitor their weight daily and check their blood glucose levels before and after meals. The study focuses on individuals who are already managing their diabetes and are willing to use technology to assist in their health management. The intervention involves the use of a mobile health application designed to support these activities.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18-64 who have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes for at least 3 months and have a BMI of 25 or higher.

Not a fit: Patients who do not regularly monitor their blood glucose or are on medications that promote weight gain may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved health outcomes and better management of type 2 diabetes for patients.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results using mobile health applications for diabetes management, indicating that this approach has potential.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Diagnosed with type II diabetes for at least 3 months
* Between the age of 18-64
* BMI ≥ 25
* Monitors blood glucose regularly (at least once per day)
* Owns or has access to a bathroom weight scale
* Owns a smartphone and willing to download mobile app

Exclusion Criteria:

* Does not check blood glucose at least once per day
* On medications that promote weight gain such as antipsychotic, antidepressant, and steroid hormone medications.

Medications for diabetes such as insulin, thiazolidinediones or sulfonylureas are oka

Where this trial is running

San Diego, California

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

View on ClinicalTrials.gov →

Conditions: Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2, Obesity, diabetes, mhealth, ehealth

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.