Can a 'Garbage and Lorry' analogy improve diabetes control?
NCT ID NCT07265245
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This completed study tested whether a new consultation method called M2-PRIME, which uses simple analogies like the 'Garbage and Lorry' model, could help people with type 2 diabetes on insulin improve their blood sugar control. 106 participants received three analogy-based consultations over six months. Researchers measured changes in HbA1c and fasting blood sugar to see if this educational approach made a difference.
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Active substance
M2-PRIME consultation framework (analogy-based education)
What this could lead to
If effective, this simple analogy-based approach could help people with type 2 diabetes better manage their blood sugar levels during routine clinic visits.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed retrospective study with only 106 participants and no control group, so results may not apply broadly. The approach may not work for everyone.
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Klinik Kesihatan Senawang
Seremban, Negeri Sembilan, 70450, Malaysia