Status:
COMPLETED
Evaluation of a SlimFast Internet Behavioral Weight Loss Program
Lead Sponsor:
The Miriam Hospital
Conditions:
Obesity
Eligibility:
All Genders
20-65 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
The Internet has been used effectively in behavioral weight loss programs. Most of these programs have involved a therapist who provides email counseling. The purpose of this study was to determine wh...
Detailed Description
Specific Aims Over 50% of Americans are overweight. These individuals are at increased risk of morbidity and mortality. Weight losses of 5-10% of body weight have been shown to lower these risks. The ...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Overweight or obese
Exclusion
- heart disease
- stroke
- cancer
- diabetes
- orthopedic problems
- pregnancy
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
January 1 2001
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
End Date :
January 1 2003
Estimated Enrollment :
225 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT00200304
Start Date
January 1 2001
End Date
January 1 2003
Last Update
April 24 2013
Active Locations (1)
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The Miriam Hospital
Providence, Rhode Island, United States, 02903