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Weighted Vest Use to Preserve Muscle and Bone During Obesity Treatment for Osteoarthritis
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Vest and Diet for Obesity and Osteoarthritis. Completed, enrolled 37 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of this research study is to see whether wearing a weighted vest during a period of active weight loss can decrease the loss of muscle and bone that occurs during weight loss. We will also determine if study participants who wear the weighted vest will have greater improvements in physical function and self-reported disability, pain, stiffness, fatigue and quality of life. This knowledge could impact weight loss programs designed for older adults. Hypothesis: Participants randomized to VEST will experience similar weight loss, but less loss of lean mass and bone density, than participants randomized to Control.
Study Details
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Interventions
light weight, adjustable, vest to be worn underneath clothes that weight can be added to
Participants will undergo a 22 week dietary weight loss intervention which will incorporate dietary practices for achieving weight loss while minimizing muscle and bone loss. Participants will be instructed by the Registered Dietitian to follow a low calorie diet. Individual calorie goals will be adjusted during the study if necessary to achieve a targeted weight loss goal of at least 8%, but no more than 12%, within the intervention time frame.