Gina K. Alexander

TL;DR: Although the control group demonstrated no change throughout the course of the study, the yoga group showed a significant improvement in scores from pre- to post-intervention for self-care, mindfulness, emotional exhaustion, and depersonalization outcomes.

TL;DR: Improved scores on dietary actions, foot care, goal attainment, and empowerment for those experiencing Group DSME may indicate that brief sessions using a culturally tailored approach could enhance self-care and glycemic control.

TL;DR: It is suggested that yoga may have ancillary benefits in terms of improved physical function, enhanced mental/emotional state, enriched sleep quality, and improved lifestyle choices, and may be useful as a health promotion strategy in the prevention and management of chronic disease.

TL;DR: Findings confirm that family and peers greatly influence diabetes management among rural African Americans and will help health care providers understand the importance of involving family members and friends in the treatment and diabetes management of individuals with type 2 diabetes, particularly within rural African American communities where resources are limited.

TL;DR: Findings from the review indicate that yoga has a positive short-term effect on multiple diabetes-related outcomes; however, long-term effects of yoga therapy on diabetes management remain unclear.