Clinical trial for Obesity
Official title A Study to See if an iPhone Weight Management App Can Help Promote Weight Loss in Adolescents and Young Adults After a Stem Cell Transplant
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04453072
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study looks at whether a smartphone app and coaching can help adolescents and young adults lose weight and adopt healthier eating habits after a stem cell transplant.
- Who it's for
- Adolescents and young adults who have had a stem cell transplant and are overweight or obese.
- What's involved
- Participants will use a weight‑loss app on their iPhone and receive coaching sessions, and will track their diet and activity.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts several weeks, with regular app use and scheduled coaching visits during that time.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 13 to 30. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Patients with a history of HSCT of any type, at least 100 days post-transplant at initial consultation of the study, will be eligible for the study
- Patients must classify as obese, represented as body mass index (BMI) \>= 85th percentile for age and gender
- Patients must also be able to read English since the app intervention is only available in English form
- No patients will be excluded for any specific underlying medical condition, but decisions will be made on a case by case basis if a patient's...
- His/her child meets all \>= 18 years of age
You likely can't join if
- Patients who are \ 100 days post-transplant at their next consultation that falls within the enrollment window
- Patients whose BMI does not fall under the obese category will be excluded
See the full eligibility criteria
- Patients with a history of HSCT of any type, at least 100 days post-transplant at initial consultation of the study, will be eligible for the study
- Patients must classify as obese, represented as body mass index (BMI) \>= 85th percentile for age and gender
- Patients must also be able to read English since the app intervention is only available in English form
- No patients will be excluded for any specific underlying medical condition, but decisions will be made on a case by case basis if a patient's functioning is deemed to significantly interfere with intervention...
- His/her child meets all \>= 18 years of age
- Can speak English
- Patients who are \ 100 days post-transplant at their next consultation that falls within the enrollment window
- Patients whose BMI does not fall under the obese category will be excluded
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Los Angeles, California, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 13 years to 30 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Los Angeles, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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