Weight loss before total joint arthroplasty using a remote dietitian and mobile app: study protocol for a multicenter randomized, controlled trial

Weight loss before total joint arthroplasty using a remote dietitian and mobile app: study protocol for a multicenter randomized, controlled trial

Abstract Background The months prior to elective surgery may present an opportunity for patients to initiate behavior changes that will simultaneously ready them for surgery and improve their overall health status. An upcoming elective total joint arthroplasty (TJA) may serve as motivation for patie...

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Main Authors: Michael W. Seward, Brielle J. Antonelli, Nancy Giunta, Richard Iorio, Wolfgang Fitz, Jeffrey K. Lange, Vivek M. Shah, Antonia F. Chen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-11-01
Series:Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research
Subjects:
Obesity
Obesity, Morbid
Weight loss
Knee osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis, Hip
Mobile applications
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13018-020-02059-w

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