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Open Access 01-12-2020 | Obesity | Research article

Effects of media-assisted therapeutic approaches on physical activity of obese adults: a systematic review

Authors: Alexandra Ziegeldorf, Petra Wagner, Hagen Wulff

Published in: BMC Endocrine Disorders | Issue 1/2020

Abstract

Background

The number of patients with obesity continues to increase in our society. At the same time, digitalization defines our everyday life. Therefore, the question arises whether to use digital media for effective treatments against obesity. Aim of this review is a concise presentation of effects of media-assisted therapeutic approaches.

Methods

A systematic literature research in multiple scientific databases, PubMed, Web of Science and Cochrane Library, was performed for literature published in the last 10 years (cut-off date 12.07.2017). Only randomized controlled trials using digital support for treatment and/or aftercare of obese adults aged between 18 to 70 years were included into the analysis.

Results

Overall, 14 trials with data on a total of 4979 participants were included in this review. Generally, there are positive trends for increased moderate to vigorous physical activity by the use of digital media. A simultaneous usage of various digital media, which focus on important aspects of activity behavior, has proven to be effective. A combination of various digital media shows the greatest positive effect and could significantly increase physical activity. However, the biggest potential was found in mixed approaches combining digital devices and personal face-to-face support.

Conclusions

Therapeutic approaches using digital media for supporting obesity treatment did not show superior benefit over traditional personal therapeutic methods. Nevertheless, using both methods together offered the greatest potential for successful obesity therapy. However, there is a backlog of transparency concerning information about the content of treatment. Furthermore, there is a lack of valid data about aftercare and follow-up.

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Title: Effects of media-assisted therapeutic approaches on physical activity of obese adults: a systematic review
Authors: Alexandra Ziegeldorf
Petra Wagner
Hagen Wulff
Publication date: 01-12-2020
Publisher: BioMed Central
Keywords: Obesity
Obesity
Published in: BMC Endocrine Disorders / Issue 1/2020
Electronic ISSN: 1472-6823
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/s12902-020-0505-x

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