Adherence
Integrating connective mobile technology (PDA self-monitoring) and biweekly telephone coaching into standard group obesity treatment significantly enhances weight loss and the likelihood of achieving clinically significant weight loss (≥5%) compared to standard treatment alone.
To maximize weight loss, combine standard dietary and exercise advice with a mobile tool for daily self-monitoring and regular check-ins with a coach. The key is not just tracking, but having a human review your data and provide personalized feedback. This hybrid approach is more effective than standard care alone and can be sustained over time.
The addition of a personal digital assistant and telephone coaching can enhance short-term weight loss in combination with an existing system of care. Mobile connective technology holds promise as a scalable mechanism for augmenting the effect of physician-directed weight loss treatment.
Why this rating
Randomized controlled trial with a clear control group and intent-to-treat analysis, though limited to a specific population (VA patients, mostly older men).
Source
Integrating Technology Into Standard Weight Loss Treatment
Bonnie Spring et al. · JAMA Internal Medicine · 2012
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