Resources-Oriented Salutogenic (ROS) Intervention for Pre-diabetes
Hong Kong66 participantsStarted 2023-03-20
Plain-language summary
This pilot randomized control trial (RCT) is to assess whether the newly developed resources-oriented intervention is feasible and acceptable to people with pre-diabetes and has preliminary efficacy on sense of coherence (SoC).
The research questions are:
1. What are the key components (available resources and their utilization skills) of Resources-Oriented Salutogenic intervention in Chinese pre-diabetes population?
2. What are the feasibility and acceptability of ROS intervention among pre-diabetes population in China?
3. What is the preliminary efficacy of ROS intervention on improving sense of coherence, coping strategies, perceived stress, health literacy, and HbA1c on Chinese pre-diabetes population?
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion criteria
. prediabetes diagnosis: Pre-diabetes app score \>= 8, considered as 'pre-diabetes' or 'at high-risk of diabetes'; then, HbA1c test result within 5.7% to 6.4% will be diagnosed as prediabetes.
. Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese) or English and live in China,
. could use Facebook and Zoom meeting app.
Exclusion criteria
. have a history of diabetes, using hypoglycemic drugs, pregnancy, lactation, disability, or other physical limitations;
. presence of serious health complications might affect the HbA1c level such as anemia, renal failure, liver disease;
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
. participation in a similar intervention program within 3 months focusing on diabetes prevention in the past three months including educational workshops or courses, nutritional program, exercise program or mental health intervention.