Play to Control Study for Teens with Diabetes
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests a program that helps children and teens with obesity and type 2 diabetes manage their health by replacing some screen time with physical activity. It may help you learn healthier habits.
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Who can take part
- You must be between 5 and 21 years old.
- You must have obesity (BMI at or above the 95th percentile) and type 2 diabetes (A1c above 6.5%).
- You must be a patient at the University of Miami Pediatric Endocrinology Clinic.
- You must have a television at home.
- You cannot have any physical problems that keep you from being active.
- You cannot be pregnant or in jail/prison.
Quick eligibility check
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