Move Healthier Intervention for Obesity
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests a new group-based exercise program, the Move Healthier Intervention, to determine if it increases physical activity without causing unhealthy eating habits. Participants will attend 12 weekly online group sessions, each lasting 90 minutes. This study suits individuals who have visited the DHMC Weight Center for weight loss in the past year and are comfortable with group sessions. The trial aims to promote healthier lifestyles without risking disordered eating patterns. As an unphased trial, it offers participants the chance to contribute to innovative research that could improve community health programs.
Do I need to stop my current medications to join the trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It's best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.
What prior data suggests that this intervention is safe for participants?
Research has shown that programs like the Move Healthier Group Intervention are generally safe and manageable. For example, a study on similar community programs found that participants increased their physical activity without negative side effects. These programs aim to encourage healthy habits, such as exercising more, without causing unhealthy eating behaviors.
Another review of several studies found that most participants improved their exercise and eating habits. Importantly, there were no major reports of negative effects from these lifestyle changes. This suggests that the Move Healthier Intervention is likely safe for those wanting to enhance their exercise routines.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Most treatments for obesity focus on diet changes, medication, or surgery. However, the Move Healthier Intervention is unique because it emphasizes healthy exercise through a group-based approach without triggering disordered eating behaviors. This intervention is delivered via telehealth, making it accessible and convenient for participants. Researchers are excited about this method because it promotes sustainable exercise habits in a supportive environment, potentially leading to healthier lifestyle changes without the risks associated with more invasive treatments.
What evidence suggests that the Move Healthier Intervention is effective for increasing exercise in individuals with obesity?
Research has shown that group programs, such as the Move Healthier Intervention in this trial, can significantly aid weight loss. One study found that overweight participants lost an average of 7.2% of their body weight over 12 months. Online group sessions, similar to those in this trial, have also proven effective for weight loss. Short-term programs that combine exercise and healthy eating effectively support adults with obesity. Participating in such a program could reduce Body Mass Index (BMI) and promote healthier exercise habits without leading to unhealthy eating behaviors.678910
Who Is on the Research Team?
Jessica Salwen-Deremer, PhD
Principal Investigator
Dartmouth Health
Elizabeth Lampe, PhD
Principal Investigator
Dartmouth Health
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for individuals struggling with obesity, including childhood obesity. It aims to help them increase exercise without triggering eating disorders. Specific eligibility details are not provided, so it's best to contact the researchers for more information.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants attend 12 weekly 90-minute group intervention sessions via telehealth software
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Move Healthier Intervention
Trial Overview
The 'Move Healthier Intervention' is being tested to see if a new exercise-focused group can encourage more physical activity among participants while also ensuring they don't develop disordered eating behaviors as a result.
How Is the Trial Designed?
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Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
This group-based intervention aims to promote healthy exercise without increasing risk for compensatory exercise or other disordered eating behaviors. Participants will attend 12 weekly 90-minute group intervention sessions via telehealth software.
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
Lead Sponsor
Citations
Outcomes in a digital weight management intervention ... - PMC
Mean 12-month weight reduction for the overweight group was 7.2% (Table 2), exceeding the aforementioned 5% benchmark by a significant 2.2% (95% ...
Does the built environment influence the effectiveness of ...
Highlights · At 6 months, MOVE! participation reduced BMI by 0.4–0.6 units (men) and 0.3–0.5 units (women), regardless of the environment. · The 6-month MOVE!
Weight Loss in Short-Term Interventions for Physical ...
Short-term multicomponent interventions involving physical activity and nutrition can achieve weight loss for adults with overweight or obesity.
The effectiveness and usability of online, group-based ...
A meta-analysis on four studies indicated that online, group-based interventions had a statistically significant impact on weight loss.
Efficacy of a Commercial Weight Management Program ...
The primary outcomes were the difference in weight change between the 2 groups at 3 and 12 months. The a priori hypothesis was that the ...
Reduction in overweight and obesity from a 3-year ...
This paper reports the outcome results of anthropometric indices and relevant obesity-related behaviours. The interventions focused on building the capacity of ...
and middle-income countries: a systematic review
Results: From a total of 7218 unique references, we retained 22 studies. Most of the interventions (82%) had a positive effect on dietary behavior and physical ...
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caph.pitt.edu/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Venditti-EM-et-al.-MOVEUP-CHW-Interven-Obese-Older-Adults_Innov-in-Aging-2018.pdfA Community Health Worker Intervention for Older Adults With ...
The MOVE UP study will provide data on the feasibility, effectiveness, and potential sustainability of a highly struc- tured healthy aging and ...
A Community-Based Intervention Increases Physical Activity ...
Researchers observed a significant decrease in BMI z-score in intervention, compared to control children, and these effects were sustained 2 years ...
Effects of Eat Better, Move More (EBMM) Educational Program on ...
Post-intervention data ... obesity intervention for school-aged children: A pilot evaluation. ... Four-year outcomes of an educational intervention in healthy ...
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