FIT System for Weight Loss in Wheelchair Users

Fast In-Bed Tracking (FIT) System Lifestyle Intervention is a Clinical Trial of a Bed Scale Device. Overweight Wheelchair Users Will Complete a Weight Loss Program, Half Get Scales at Baseline, Half at Month 6 Those Who Receive the Bed Scales at Baseline Are Expected to Have Increased Weight Loss

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Disability Physical Wheelchair Obesity; 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
Other
Participants needed
20 (estimated)
Sponsor
Jonathan Pearlman · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for wheelchair users who are overweight and want to lose weight. Participants will either use a special bed scale right away or after six months to help track their weight.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I am 18 years or older.
  • I use a wheelchair as my main way to get around.
  • I currently get in and out of bed most nights.
  • I have been diagnosed as overweight or obese.
  • I am interested in losing weight.
  • I have a BMI between 25 and 40.
  • I have a smartphone and reliable internet access.
  • I can engage in moderate exercise.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have plans for an extended vacation or to move far away.
  • My BMI is outside the desired range.
  • I am taking weight loss medications or have had weight loss surgery in the last 2 years.
  • I have a history of disordered eating in the last 2 years.
  • I am currently pregnant or plan to become pregnant in the next 12 months.
  • I regularly drink 4 or more alcoholic drinks a day.
  • I have cognitive conditions that limit my decision-making.
  • My bedroom setup is not compatible with the FIT bed scales.

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
This project will complete the final design and development steps to commercialize the Fast In-Bed Tracking (FIT) Platform, which is an e-Health and wellness Internet of Things (IoT) monitoring system that can be integrated into a user's bed and provide person-centered, real-world outcomes to support health and wellness. The technical feasibility of FIT was proven over the past several years and h…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age18 + * Live within approximately 75 miles of Pittsburgh * Uses a wheelchair as primary means of locomotion * Currently transfers in and out of bed every night (or most nights) * Has been diagnosed as obese or overweight * Are interested in losing weight * BMI in the range o…
Contacts

Daniel Rusnak, MS

412-624-8575

dar27@pitt.edu

CONTACT

Jonathan Pearlman, PhD

412-383-3955

jpearlman@pitt.edu

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