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Incorporating Complementary Therapies Into Diabetes Care

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  • Julia E Blanchette

  • Forrest Paquin

  • Brandi N Dobbs

  • Rebecca L Kiely

  • Betul Hatipoglu

  • February 25, 2025

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    Complementary therapies like music therapy, yoga, and mindfulness can improve metabolic and glycemic outcomes in diabetes management.

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    Current diabetes education programs often overlook the integration of complementary therapies, despite their potential benefits.

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    There is a critical need for large-scale randomized controlled trials to assess the effectiveness of complementary therapies in diabetes care.

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    Complementary therapies can enhance diabetes self-management behaviors, including healthy coping and problem-solving.

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    Integrating complementary therapies into diabetes education may improve clinical outcomes and support person-centered care.

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Incorporating Complementary Therapies Into Diabetes Care

  • by Julia E Blanchette, Forrest Paquin, Brandi N Dobbs, Rebecca L Kiely, Betul Hatipoglu

  • February 25, 2025

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