Educational Intervention and Social Support in Diabetes Mellitus

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the impact of an educational program for people with diabetes mellitus based on the family social support.

H0: The person with diabetes who participates in the educational group whose family member/caregiver receives educational interventions hasn't greater glycemic control.

HA: The person with diabetes who participates in the educational group whose family member/caregiver receives educational interventions has greater glycemic control.

Inclusion Criteria:

• People with DM2
• Both sexes
• Minimum age of 40 years
• Able to dialogue
• Lack of complications in advanced

Exclusion Criteria:

• Hemodialysis treatment
• Amaurosis
• Sequelae of Stroke and/or Heart Failure
• Previous amputations at any level of the lower limb
• Active ulcer in the lower limbs
• People in wheelchairs and/or litter
• People with limited understanding of the instruments due to cultural factors