New treatment option for Obesity, Adolescent
Official title Pain and Weight Treatment: Development and Trial of PAW
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04046562
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Pediatric weight management efficacy is impacted by failure to complete treatment protocols and, for those that do complete treatment, a return to unhealthy behaviors. This project tests whether treating pain, a common comorbid condition to pediatric obesity, will enhance treatment.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 12 to 18
You may be able to join if
- Males and females between 12 and 18 years of age
- Ability to speak, write and read English
- A parent or guardian who speaks, writes and reads English
- Signed consent and assent from the child and parent
- Enrollment in a weight management program
You likely can't join if
- Parent or guardian unable to participate
- Patients on weight reducing medications
- Severe psychiatric illness (i.e., suicidal or hospitalization within past 6 months)
- Medical conditions such as Type 1 diabetes
See the full eligibility criteria
- Males and females between 12 and 18 years of age
- Ability to speak, write and read English
- A parent or guardian who speaks, writes and reads English
- Signed consent and assent from the child and parent
- Enrollment in a weight management program
- Score greater than 3 on the Pain Burden Inventory at screening (in order to recruit adolescents who experience more than just general aches and pains).
- Youth reporting musculoskeletal pain
- Parent or guardian unable to participate
- Patients on weight reducing medications
- Severe psychiatric illness (i.e., suicidal or hospitalization within past 6 months)
- Medical conditions such as Type 1 diabetes
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Hartford, Connecticut, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 12 years to 18 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Hartford, Connecticut, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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