Early e-health support for kids with obesity
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests an e-health program for children with a very high BMI. It aims to help families manage weight early in life through online support.
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Who can take part
- You must speak German
- Your child's BMI is above the 97th percentile for their age and sex (based on Swiss charts)
- Your child attends the weight management clinic at Bern University Children's Hospital
- Your child lives with you at home
- You and your child have not joined another trial with similar goals
- Your child does not have obesity caused by a genetic syndrome or a major heart, lung, or muscle condition
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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