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Table 2 M-POWER Rewards scheme for achieving HbA1c and weight loss goals

From: TRIal to slow the Progression Of Diabetes (TRIPOD): study protocol for a randomized controlled trial using wireless technology and incentives

Bonus M-Points awarded at each follow-up assessment

Criteria for earning M-Points

If BMI ≥ 23 kg/m2 at baseline

If BMI < 23 kg/m2 at baseline

60 bonus M-Points

Attain a ≥ 1.0 percentage point decrease in HbA1c level from baseline

or

Lose ≥ 5% of weight from baseline weight

Attain a ≥ 1.0 percentage point decrease in HbA1c level from baseline

30 bonus M-Points

Maintain HbA1c level or attain up to 1.0 percentage point decrease in HbA1c level from baseline

or

Maintain weight or lose up to 5% weight from baseline weight

Maintain HbA1c level or attain up to 1.0 percentage point decrease in HbA1c level from baseline