Ear acupressure with smartphone app for weight loss
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests whether pressing specific points on the ear, along with a smartphone app, helps people with obesity lose weight. It is for adults who also have metabolic syndrome or abdominal obesity.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- Your body mass index (BMI) is 30 or higher, or you have extra weight around your waist (over 90 cm for men, over 80 cm for women)
- You have at least two of these: high blood pressure, high blood sugar, high triglycerides, or low good cholesterol
- You have not tried to lose weight in the past 6 months
- You are comfortable using a smartphone
- You have no ear injuries or infections
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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