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Knowledge towards exercise and foot care among individuals with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes mellitus in secondary care settings in northeastern Thailand: a cross-sectional study |
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| Creator | Ponlapat Yonglitthipagon |
| Title | Knowledge towards exercise and foot care among individuals with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes mellitus in secondary care settings in northeastern Thailand: a cross-sectional study |
| Contributor | Sakkarin Ponwiang, Suriyan Thawinphai, May Thandar Khin, Patcharin Kumsong |
| Publisher | Faculty of Associated Medical Sciences, Khon Kaen University, Thailand |
| Publication Year | 2567 |
| Journal Title | Archives of Allied Health Sciences |
| Journal Vol. | 36 |
| Journal No. | 2 |
| Page no. | 1-13 |
| Keyword | Non-communicable disease, Community healthcare service, Diabetic foot care, Out-patient diabetes knowledge, Physical activity |
| URL Website | https://he01.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/ams/about |
| Website title | Archives of Allied Health Sciences (Arch AHS) |
| ISSN | 2730-1990 |
| Abstract | Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) poses a global public health concern due to complications arising from insufficient knowledge of self-care practices. Despite the significant impact on blood glucose control and the prevention of foot amputation, research on the knowledge of exercise and foot care among individuals with uncontrolled T2DM in northeastern Thailand is lacking. Accurate comprehension of foot care and exercise knowledge is essential for these individuals to avoid inefficacy and potential harm. The objective of this study was to investigate knowledge toward exercise and foot care among individuals with uncontrolled T2DM at secondary care setting in northeastern Thailand. Data were gathered through a self-developed questionnaire with high internal consistency (KR-20 = 0.87) distributed to 170 uncontrolled T2DM patients residing in the Warichaphum district, Sakon Nakhon province. Descriptive statistics were employed for data analysis. Among these respondents, 58.82% demonstrated a ‘Good’ level of knowledge regarding exercise, while 85.71% showed a ‘Good’ level of knowledge regarding foot care. Nonetheless, respondents provided incorrect answers to several key items, highlighting the need to correct misconceptions for better comprehension. This study offers valuable insights for designing and implementing initiatives aimed at enhancing knowledge and promoting better exercise habits for blood sugar control among uncontrolled T2DM patients. |
