New study finds best way to help spinal cord injury patients lose weight

NCT ID NCT03874988

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested three different weight loss strategies in 110 adults with chronic spinal cord injury who were overweight. The strategies included portion-controlled meals, enhanced self-monitoring with technology, and a tailored lifestyle program called GLB-SCI. The goal was to see which approach works best to help this group lose weight and improve health.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

portion-controlled meals, enhanced self-monitoring, and a tailored lifestyle intervention (GLB-SCI)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could point toward an effective, tailored weight loss program for people with spinal cord injury, improving their health and quality of life.

What could go wrong

This is a completed study with 110 participants, so results are limited in size and may not apply to everyone with spinal cord injury. Weight loss interventions often show mixed long-term success.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Obesity obesity disorder spinal cord injury Weight Loss

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation - Dallas

    Dallas, Texas, 75246, United States