The use of web-based tailored lifestyle interventions for Type 2 diabetes patients

Abstract

Background: The Diabetes Interactive Educational Platform (DIEP) is a self-management tool for patients with diabetes, which includes optional computer tailored interventions on nutrition, smoking cessation, and physical activity. Although DIEP has been available for use since 2007, it is unclear who uses the program, and which tailored interventions are used. The aim of the current study therefore, was to assess the use of DIEP among diabetes type 2 patients. Methods: From December 2011 till February 2015, data from 1073 DIEP website visits was collected, including demographics and use of the tailored interventions. Differences between those patients that used any of the tailored interventions will be compared with those who did not. Differences in physical activity level will be linked to the choice of the various interventions. Expected results: Results will gain insight in the application of the DIEP tailored interventions by diabetes type 2 patients. Current stage of work: Data collection is completed and cleaned; data analyses will commence shortly. Discussion: The findings can serve as input for the further development of the computer tailored interventions.