This is a randomized prospective study to evaluate the effectiveness of a family-based intervention using activity-monitors (I.e. Fitbits) in children and adolescents aged 8-18 years with a BMI greater than or equal to 95%ile who attend the Cleveland Clinic multidisciplinary "Be Well" pediatric obesity clinic.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
SUPPORTIVE_CARE
Masking
SINGLE
Enrollment
63
Providing youth and their families with access to the knowledge and resources to increase their physical activity will allow them to lead more healthy lifestyles will provide them with the foundation for a healthier life, and future ahead.
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Exercise Capacity
6 minute walk distance
Time frame: Change from Baseline Six Minute Walk Distance through study completion (up to 33 weeks)
Weight
weight measured in kilograms
Time frame: Change from Baseline weight through study completion (up to 33 weeks)
Fitbit Data
Steps per Day
Time frame: Change in steps per day wearing Fitbit and after 1 week Goal Setting Steps
Height
height measured in centimeters
Time frame: Change from Baseline height through study completion (up to 33 weeks)
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