Could a pet turtle help manage diabetes?
NCT ID NCT07298837
Summary
This study tested whether interacting with live turtles or watching turtle videos could help adults with type 2 diabetes. Researchers wanted to see if this 'pet therapy' could improve long-term blood sugar control and boost people's confidence in managing their medication. They compared two groups—one caring for real turtles and one watching turtle videos—to measure changes over time.
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Gümüşhane University
Gümüşhane, 29600, Turkey (Türkiye)
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