Using CGM ASSIST for Diabetes in Dementia Patients

Enhancing Shared Decision-making to Guide Care for People With Dementia and Diabetes

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Diabetes Alzheimer's Disease (Incl Subtypes) Dementia Hypoglycemia
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
65 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Health Services Research
Participants needed
62 (estimated)
Sponsor
Indiana University · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for patients with both dementia and diabetes who want to learn better ways to manage their condition. Participants will use a device that monitors their blood sugar for 14 days and answer some questions about their diabetes management.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I have been diagnosed with diabetes.
  • I have been diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment or Alzheimer's disease.
  • I have an active prescription for diabetes treatment.
  • I have visited a primary care clinic in the last year.
  • I can agree to participate, or have someone legal to agree for me.
  • I have a caregiver who helps me daily.
  • We both speak English.
  • We both have internet access.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have a terminal illness.
  • I use an automated insulin delivery system.
  • I am receiving dialysis.
  • I take ascorbic acid during the study.
  • I have any implanted medical devices.
  • I have a bleeding disorder.
  • I have skin lesions on my arm.
  • I am allergic to medical adhesive or isopropyl alcohol.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
The goal of this study is to test CGM ASSIST. This is a digital tool that uses an interactive information display-an easy-to-read screen designed to help people with dementia (or memory loss) and diabetes, as well as their caregivers and doctors. Managing diabetes is often difficult for people with memory issues. This study uses a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM), which is a device that tracks bl…
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Eligibility Criteria
Patient-Caregiver Dyad Inclusion Criteria: * patient must have dual diagnosis of MCI or ADRD and diabetes (DM) * patient must have active prescriptions for DM * patient must have had at least one visit to an Eskenazi or IU Health primary care clinic within 12 months * patient must be able to provid…
Contacts

April Savoy, PhD

317-278-2194

asavoy@iu.edu

CONTACT

Nina Johnson, MA

317-274-9086

kj83@regenstrief.org

CONTACT