New telehealth program aims to help brain injury patients lose weight
NCT ID NCT05699772
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a weight-loss program delivered via telehealth, specifically designed for people with traumatic brain injury (TBI). The program is adapted from the Diabetes Prevention Program and addresses unique needs of TBI patients. Researchers aim to see if the program helps participants lose weight and improve health markers like blood sugar and cholesterol. The trial includes 85 adults with moderate to severe TBI who are overweight or obese.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Telehealth-delivered Group Lifestyle Balance for people with TBI (tGLB-TBI) - a behavioral weight-loss program
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could provide a scalable, accessible weight-loss program tailored for people with traumatic brain injury, helping them lose weight and improve overall health.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial (85 participants) testing a behavioral intervention, so results may not apply to everyone. Weight loss can be challenging, and the program may not work for all individuals.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Baylor Scott & White Research Institute
Dallas, Texas, 75204, United States
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