Clinical trial for Obesity Prevention
Official title Optimizing an Extended Care Intervention to Promote Weight Loss Maintenance
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06785064
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The trial wants to find the best combination of four weight‑loss maintenance methods that helps people keep the weight off for a year. It also looks at why the methods work and if some people benefit more from certain tools.
- Who it's for
- Adults who have lost 5% or more of their weight during a 16‑week weight‑loss program.
- What's involved
- After the initial 16‑week program, participants who succeeded are randomly assigned to use 0, 1, 2, 3, or all four maintenance tools for 12 months. They keep in touch with a Wellness Coach, use the tools they were given, and have their weight measured and complete surveys up to four times.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts 28 weeks of the initial program plus 12 months of maintenance, with weekly group sessions in the first 16 weeks and ongoing contact and periodic surveys during the 12‑month follow‑up.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Age \>18 years
- Body mass index (BMI) \>30 kg/m2
- Has regular access to internet (to access Zoom videoconferencing platform)
- If indicated during screening, willing to obtain medical clearance for exercise from their healthcare provider prior to enrollment
You likely can't join if
- Current or recent (past 6 months) use of prescription weight loss medications
- Weight loss \>10 pounds in past 6 months (other than postpartum)
- Pregnancy or anticipating pregnancy
- Another household member already participating in the study
- Participation in another assigned by chance research project
- Uncontrolled hypertension (blood pressure \>160/100 mm Hg at screening)
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age \>18 years
- Body mass index (BMI) \>30 kg/m2
- Has regular access to internet (to access Zoom videoconferencing platform)
- If indicated during screening, willing to obtain medical clearance for exercise from their healthcare provider prior to enrollment
- Current or recent (past 6 months) use of prescription weight loss medications
- Weight loss \>10 pounds in past 6 months (other than postpartum)
- Pregnancy or anticipating pregnancy
- Another household member already participating in the study
- Participation in another assigned by chance research project
- Uncontrolled hypertension (blood pressure \>160/100 mm Hg at screening)
- Any of the following other medical conditions: myocardial infarction or cerebrovascular accident within the last 6 months; unstable angina within the past 6 months; NYHA Class III or IV congestive heart failure
- Unable to identify potential buddy (i.e., adult friend or family member) for extended care intervention phase
- Residing \>50 miles from the university (to attend assessment visits)
- Planning to relocate out of the area in the next 18 months
- Does not have internet access
- Unwilling or unable to do any of the following: give informed consent; read/understand English; accept random assignment
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Birmingham, Alabama, 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?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
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, 18 years and older. 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 Birmingham, Alabama, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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