RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT04837586

Self-Weighing for Adolescents Seeking Obesity Treatment

Self-weighing for Weight Management in Adolescents Seeking Obesity Treatment: A Randomized Pilot

Sponsor

University of Minnesota

Enrollment

99 participants

Start Date

Sep 15, 2023

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Adolescent Obesity

Summary

99 patients age 12 to \<18 years old with obesity (BMI \>/=95th percentile), will be randomized to one of three treatment interventions: 1. Usual Care 2. Usual Care plus advice to weigh daily on simple scale 3. Usual Care plus advice to weigh-daily on an EHR-connected scale Survey data collected at baseline, 2, 4, 6, and 12-weeks, and qualitative interviews at 12 weeks, will assess acceptability, safety, self-efficacy, and BMI. Recruitment will also be assessed (% eligible patients who consent). In order to understand real-world feasibility of this intervention, the clinic staff will work with patients to connect the scales to Epic.

Eligibility

Min Age: 12 YearsMax Age: 17 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This clinical trial is studying a medical device called EHR-Connected Scale, a medical device called Simple Scale, and others for people with adolescent obesity. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location.

This summary was AI-generated to explain the trial in plain language. It is not medical advice. Always discuss eligibility with your doctor before enrolling in a clinical trial.

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Interventions

OTHERStandard Care

Individuals will receive standard care for their obesity through the Pediatric Weight Management Clinic.

DEVICESimple Scale

Individuals will be encouraged to perform daily weighing at home on a simple scale.

DEVICEEHR-Connected Scale

Individuals will be encouraged to perform daily weighing at home on a Smart scale that connects to the EHR. Clinic staff will review weight entries in the EHR and provide feedback.