Extrait

Background and study aims There is a public health need to find interventions that can be used by health professionals to help patients lose weight and limit weight regain. One simple and sustainable way could be to suggest to obese patients that they weigh themselves regularly and record their weight. Patients can then use this information to set themselves appropriate weight loss targets. There has been no published study of self-weighing as a standalone intervention in obese patients so it is important to investigate this question further. The primary aim of this study is to investigate the effectiveness of regular (daily) self-weighing on weight loss in obese primary care patients after three months compared to a comparator group. If the intervention proves successful at 3 months, a secondary aim is to assess the effectiveness of the regular weighing intervention at 12 months. Who can participate? People aged over 18 years with a BMI greater than 30 kg/m2 can participate. What does the study involve? Participants will be randomly allocated to either the intervention group or the comparator group. Both groups will receive two consultations about weight management strategies and asked to complete a food diary at the first consultation. This food diary will then be reviewed at the second consultation. In addition, the intervention group will receive a set of weighing scales and asked to weigh themselves daily and record it on a card provided. They will also get weekly text reminders encouraging them to weigh themselves every day. Participants will complete three questionnaires at the start of the study, after 3 months and after 12 months. Height and weight will be measured at these time points. What are the possible benefits and risks of participating? The possible benefits for participants are weight loss and improvements in health and well-being. There are no foreseeable risks from participating in the trial. Where is the study run from? Patients will be recruited through GP practices in South Birmingham primary care trust and Birmingham East and North primary care trust via letter sent to their home address inviting them to contact the research team. The study is run from the University of Birmingham but the interventions will take place at participating general practices. When is the study starting and how long is it expected to run for? The study is starting in August 2012 and is expected to finish by December 2013. Who is funding the study? National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) (UK). Who is the main contact? Claire Madigan [email protected]

Critère d'inclusion

• Weight management

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• ictrp
• isrctn