Continuous Glucose Monitoring Compared to Self-Monitoring with Finger-Sticks
Advisor(s)
Angela Spallinger
Confirmation
1
Document Type
Poster
Location
ONU McIntosh Center; Activities Room
Start Date
24-4-2026 11:00 AM
End Date
24-4-2026 11:50 AM
Abstract
Problem: There is a lack of research regarding what the best methods of monitoring diabetes mellitus are. Continuous glucose monitoring (CGMs), instead of finger stick glucose monitoring, was created to help reduce discomfort from finger sticks and create a more around-the-clock option for monitoring blood glucose in diabetic patients. Introducing CGMs to a wider scope of patients could assist in improving HbA1c levels and help prevent complications from the disease.
Purpose: The purpose of this project is to evaluate the effectiveness of continuous glucose monitors, compared to self-monitoring with flingers sticks, in improving hemoglobin A1c control among adults with diabetes.
Methods: A quasi-experimental study design will compare HbA1c measurements for participants in the control group, finger stick blood glucose monitoring, and intervention group, CGMs, at the three and six month marks of using the devices. Adults with type 1 and type 2 diabetes will be included in the study.
Conclusion: It is expected that CGM use will help to improve diabetic patients’ HbA1c. This study is important to the patients and the healthcare system to help in monitoring diabetes progression and how devices affect the disease. Possible effects on the disease include better glycemic control and fewer complications, like retinopathy, delayed wound healing, and neuropathy. The study will also help to determine the best ways of monitoring diabetes and guide future patient care.
Recommended Citation
Deters, Lucille Rose, "Continuous Glucose Monitoring Compared to Self-Monitoring with Finger-Sticks" (2026). ONU Student Research Colloquium. 27.
https://digitalcommons.onu.edu/student_research_colloquium/2026/Posters/27
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Continuous Glucose Monitoring Compared to Self-Monitoring with Finger-Sticks
ONU McIntosh Center; Activities Room
Problem: There is a lack of research regarding what the best methods of monitoring diabetes mellitus are. Continuous glucose monitoring (CGMs), instead of finger stick glucose monitoring, was created to help reduce discomfort from finger sticks and create a more around-the-clock option for monitoring blood glucose in diabetic patients. Introducing CGMs to a wider scope of patients could assist in improving HbA1c levels and help prevent complications from the disease.
Purpose: The purpose of this project is to evaluate the effectiveness of continuous glucose monitors, compared to self-monitoring with flingers sticks, in improving hemoglobin A1c control among adults with diabetes.
Methods: A quasi-experimental study design will compare HbA1c measurements for participants in the control group, finger stick blood glucose monitoring, and intervention group, CGMs, at the three and six month marks of using the devices. Adults with type 1 and type 2 diabetes will be included in the study.
Conclusion: It is expected that CGM use will help to improve diabetic patients’ HbA1c. This study is important to the patients and the healthcare system to help in monitoring diabetes progression and how devices affect the disease. Possible effects on the disease include better glycemic control and fewer complications, like retinopathy, delayed wound healing, and neuropathy. The study will also help to determine the best ways of monitoring diabetes and guide future patient care.