The effects of a pedometer-based behavioral modification program with telephone support on physical activity and sedentary behavior in type 2 diabetes patients.

Objective: Effectiveness of a behavioral modification program on physical activity (PA) and sedentary behavior in diabetes patients.

Methods: Ninety-two patients were randomly assigned to an intervention or control group. The 24-weeks intervention consisted of a face-to-face session, pedometer and seven telephone follow-ups.