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

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

Age: < 65

Sex: Any

Travel: May Be Covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: University of Vermont

No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

Childhood obesity has more than tripled in the past 30 years. From 1980 to 2008, the prevalence of obesity among adolescents aged 12 to 18 years, increased from 5.0% to 18.1%.1 Although several pediatric weight management programs are available, access to these programs may not always be possible. The proposed study will be an ongoing research program with approximately 40 children ages 12-18 years enrolled into the study over a year. All study participants will participate in a baseline evaluation which will include body composition measures, aerobic testing, as well as nutrition and physical activity questionnaires. Study participants will be assigned to the clinic-based group. The clinic- based group will participate in a 12-week multi-disciplinary weight management program. All study participants will then participate in a 12-week follow-up evaluation similar to the baseline visit. New participants will be enrolled every 12 weeks. Every 12 weeks, active participants (those that have completed a minimum of 12 weeks) will have the option to continue in the program or, discontinue their active participation in the program and enroll into the maintenance phase which will consist of measures only every 12 weeks. The objective of the proposed study includes examining the efficacy of the clinic-based, multi-disciplinary, pediatric weight management program.

Research Team

Eligibility Criteria

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.

Inclusion Criteria

My child's doctor has approved their participation in a weight management program.

I am between 12 and 18 years old.

My child is overweight or obese according to their BMI percentile.

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Exclusion Criteria

My child does not have serious heart disease or irregular heartbeats.

My child has a diagnosed psychological condition and is on medication for it.

My child is on long-term medication like water pills, steroids, or stimulants.

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Treatment Details

Interventions

Multidisciplinary Pediatric Weight Management Program (Behavior Modification)

Trial OverviewThe 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.

Participant Groups

1Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: multidisciplinary, behavior modificationExperimental Treatment1 Intervention