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HealthyWeightHub.fi: Web-based Management of Obesity in a Real-life Clinical Setting
Sponsor: Helsinki University Central Hospital
Summary
This study evaluates the effectiveness of a web-based obesity management program HealthyWeightCoaching (HWC), within a HealthyWeightHub.fi (HWH) platform. HWC is a 12-month intervention within a real-life clinical setting. The program includes a combination of nutrition, physical activity, and cognitive behavioral approaches, with a strong basis in acceptance and commitment therapy. In addition to the automated, interactive program, HWC includes a personal coach allocated to each patient. The patients are enrolled through referrals from primary care, occupational health, other hospitals, or from private health care units nationwide in Finland.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
6000
Start Date
2016-10-01
Completion Date
2030-12-31
Last Updated
2022-03-18
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Healthy Weight Coaching
Healthy Weight Coaching is a 52 week long web-based weight loss program consisting of weekly modules, exercises, peer support, and one-on-one coaching. It encompasses themes such as diet, physical activity, coping with stress, sleep, and general health.
Locations (1)
University of Helsinki
Helsinki, Finland