Weight loss and fitness: effects on brain health
Part of Brain & nervous system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study looks at how weight loss and exercise after bariatric surgery may affect your brain and nerves. You'll be randomly assigned to either an exercise program or standard care for one year.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 80 years old.
- You are eligible for weight-loss surgery (bariatric surgery).
- You are willing to follow the study schedule and have an MRI scan.
- You have no other serious medical conditions that might interfere (like severe joint pain, uncontrolled heart problems, or a history of substance abuse).
- You are not pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant during the study.
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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