N/A
Completed N=89
Internet Treatment for Weight Loss in Primary Care
Overweight · Obese
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov NCT01558297 ↗
Enrolled (actual)
89
Serious AEs
0.0%
Results posted
Jun 2015
Primary outcomePrimary: Body Weight in Pounds. — -3.1; -3.4; 0.1 pounds
Summary
This study will test the effectiveness of two distinct treatments for weight loss:
1. Motivational Interviewing
2. Nutritional Counseling. These treatments will be compared to Treatment as Usual. Participants will be recruited through local primary care offices.
Outcome Measures
| Outcome | Result | p-value |
|---|---|---|
| PRIMARY Body Weight in Pounds. |
-2.6; -5.7; 0.4 | — |
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- BMI 25-55
- Daily access to internet and phone
Exclusion Criteria
- Co-existing physical and/or psychiatric conditions that require more significant treatment (e.g., bipolar disorder, psychotic illnesses), and/or require more intensive treatment or hospitalization (e.g., suicidality, severe mood disorders)
- Meets criteria for current substance abuse or dependence
- Currently receiving psychiatric, psychological, behavioral, or pharmacologic treatment that is known to affect weight or eating
- Pregnant, breastfeeding, or plans to become pregnant during the treatment period
- Cardiac disease, including ischemic heart disease, congestive heart failure, conduction abnormalities, or a history of heart attack
- Serious neurologic illnesses (e.g., seizure history) or medical illnesses (e.g., impaired hepatic or renal function)
- Uncontrolled diabetes, thyroid conditions, or hypertension
Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT01558297). Outcome figures and adverse-event rates are extracted automatically from the registry's posted results and are provided for clinician reference, not as a substitute for the primary publication. Informational only — not medical advice.