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Behavior Modification

Pediatric Weight Management Program for Childhood Obesity (REWARD Teens Trial)

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Waitlist Available
Research Sponsored by University of Vermont
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Approval to participate in a weight management program from the child's pediatrician
Children between the ages of 12 and 18 years
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 12 weeks
Awards & highlights

REWARD Teens Trial Summary

This trial will test a new weight management program for children. It will last a year and have 40 children enrolled.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for children aged 12-18 who are overweight or obese, as determined by their BMI percentile. They must have approval from their pediatrician to join a weight management program and pass a phone screening. Children with liver disease, significant heart issues, chronic medication use (like diuretics or steroids), emotional problems requiring medication, or those experiencing neglect or abuse cannot participate.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests the effectiveness of a clinic-based, multi-disciplinary weight management program over 12 weeks. It involves initial assessments of body composition and fitness levels followed by participation in the program with nutrition and physical activity guidance. After completing the program, there's an option to continue or enter a maintenance phase with evaluations every 12 weeks.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Since this trial focuses on behavior modification rather than medication, traditional side effects are not expected. However, participants may experience psychological stress due to lifestyle changes or social pressures related to weight management programs.

REWARD Teens Trial Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below
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My child's doctor has approved their participation in a weight management program.
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I am between 12 and 18 years old.
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My child is overweight or obese according to their BMI percentile.

REWARD Teens Trial Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~12 weeks
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 12 weeks for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
weight loss

REWARD Teens Trial Design

1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: multidisciplinary, behavior modificationExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

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Who is running the clinical trial?

University of VermontLead Sponsor
265 Previous Clinical Trials
3,743,451 Total Patients Enrolled

Media Library

Multidisciplinary Pediatric Weight Management Program (Behavior Modification) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT01857791 — N/A
Weight Changes Research Study Groups: multidisciplinary, behavior modification
Weight Changes Clinical Trial 2023: Multidisciplinary Pediatric Weight Management Program Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT01857791 — N/A
Multidisciplinary Pediatric Weight Management Program (Behavior Modification) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT01857791 — N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Are there any vacancies for this clinical trial at present?

"The clinical trial hosted on clinicialtrials.gov is not presently recruiting participants, as the study's last update was posted in September 2015. However, there are currently 150 other trials available for enrollment across numerous sites at this time."

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May I participate in this medical trial?

"Prospective participants of this clinical trial must fall within the ages of 12 and 18, as well as demonstrate body weight changes. The research team is currently seeking 40 individuals to partake in this experiment."

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Does this clinical exploration accept seniors as participants?

"The research is trying to enrol adolescents aged 12-18."

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~3 spots leftby Mar 2025