Obesity Treatment with Semaglutide or Tirzepatide

Muscle and Movement With Anti-Obesity Medications

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Obesity and Overweight
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
40 (estimated)
Sponsor
University of Kansas Medical Center · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adults with obesity who are starting treatment with specific obesity medications. Participants will take these medications and may also do either aerobic or resistance exercise to see how these activities affect their body composition and health.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Must be taking SemaglutideTirzepatide

You may be able to join if

  • I am between 18 and 60 years old or over 60 years old.
  • I have a BMI over 27 with a weight-related health issue or over 30 without.
  • I agree to start taking semaglutide or tirzepatide for at least 6 months.
  • I can provide informed consent to participate.
  • I have clearance from a study physician.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have type 2 diabetes.
  • I have exercised vigorously for more than 60 minutes a week in the past 3 months.
  • I have lost more than 3% of my weight in the past 3 months.
  • I have had metabolic or bariatric surgery.
  • I am pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
  • I have a current medical condition that affects my weight or ability to exercise.
  • I have a history of serious muscle conditions.
  • I have uncontrolled heart issues or high blood pressure.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn about changes in body composition related to obesity medication use, and whether aerobic or resistance exercise training will impact these body composition changes. It will also provide information about whether aerobic or resistance exercise training has additional benefits on other health and fitness measurements. The main questions it aims to answer a…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Both males and females of all race/ethnic groups are eligible for participation in this study. * Age: Randomized Study: Adults that are 18 to \<60 years of age. Observational Study: Adults that are \>60 years of age. * Newly prescribed AOM (semaglutide, tirzepatide) for the tr…
Contacts

Renee J. Rogers, Ph.D.

913-588-8580

rrogers10@kumc.edu

CONTACT

John M. Jakicic, Ph.D.

913-588-9078

jjakicic@kumc.edu

CONTACT