Adherence
Technology-assisted health coaching delivered by student volunteers in primary care is feasible and acceptable, with the number of completed coaching calls significantly correlated with greater weight loss at 6 months.
If you are in primary care and struggling with weight, ask about health coaching programs. This study shows that consistent telephone coaching with a dedicated coach (rather than just seeing your doctor) can lead to greater weight loss, especially if you complete more sessions. Look for programs that use self-monitoring tools like pedometers and food diaries.
number of coaching calls completed was associated with greater weight loss at 6-months in GEM participants (Spearman Coefficient = 0.71, p < 0.001).
Why this rating
Pilot randomized controlled trial with small sample size (n=45) and underpowered for weight loss significance.
Source
A technology-assisted health coaching intervention vs. enhanced usual care for Primary Care-Based Obesity Treatment: a randomized controlled trial
Clare Viglione et al. · BMC Obesity · 2019
DOI 10.1186/s40608-018-0226-0
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