ABSTRACT Objective The aim of this study was to cross-culturally adapt and validate the Brazilian Portuguese version of SCI-R to adults with type 2 diabetes. Materials and methods The SCI-R is a 15-question survey that reflects how well patients with diabetes have adhered to treatment recommendations. A pretest (n = 40) was first performed to improve comprehension of the survey items. A final version was then self-administered in another 75 adults with type 2 diabetes to determine the survey’s reliability […]

The present study was planned to verify if an adherence-enhancement activity program would be able to increase the frequency of exercising among sedentary diabetic patients. Twelve type 2 diabetic patients, one type 1 and one with secondary diabetes were included in the current study. Forty classes were first commanded by a teacher and then by a student. Adherence to the program was reinforced through a rewarding schedule. Six family members were encouraged to support physical activity. At home, each student […]