Effects of media-assisted therapeutic approaches on physical activity of obese adults: a systematic review
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...
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| description | 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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| spelling | doaj.art-47375b703cab4d27853d40bc3bb11f782022-12-22T00:09:48ZengBMCBMC Endocrine Disorders1472-68232020-02-0120111010.1186/s12902-020-0505-xEffects of media-assisted therapeutic approaches on physical activity of obese adults: a systematic reviewAlexandra Ziegeldorf0Petra Wagner1Hagen Wulff2Institute for Exercise and Public Health, Faculty of Sports Science, Leipzig UniversityInstitute for Exercise and Public Health, Faculty of Sports Science, Leipzig UniversityInstitute for Exercise and Public Health, Faculty of Sports Science, Leipzig UniversityAbstract 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.http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12902-020-0505-xObesityTherapyAftercareDigital mediaPhysical activityModerate to vigorous physical activity |
| spellingShingle | Alexandra Ziegeldorf Petra Wagner Hagen Wulff Effects of media-assisted therapeutic approaches on physical activity of obese adults: a systematic review BMC Endocrine Disorders Obesity Therapy Aftercare Digital media Physical activity Moderate to vigorous physical activity |
| title | Effects of media-assisted therapeutic approaches on physical activity of obese adults: a systematic review |
| title_full | Effects of media-assisted therapeutic approaches on physical activity of obese adults: a systematic review |
| title_fullStr | Effects of media-assisted therapeutic approaches on physical activity of obese adults: a systematic review |
| title_full_unstemmed | Effects of media-assisted therapeutic approaches on physical activity of obese adults: a systematic review |
| title_short | Effects of media-assisted therapeutic approaches on physical activity of obese adults: a systematic review |
| title_sort | effects of media assisted therapeutic approaches on physical activity of obese adults a systematic review |
| topic | Obesity Therapy Aftercare Digital media Physical activity Moderate to vigorous physical activity |
| url | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12902-020-0505-x |
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