Whole Body Vibration Effects on Energy Expenditure in Obese Adolescents

Launched by ISTITUTO AUXOLOGICO ITALIANO · Jan 24, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying the effects of a special type of exercise called Whole Body Vibration Exercise (WBVE) on the energy levels of obese adolescents. The goal is to see if using vibration platforms during their rehabilitation program can help these young people burn more energy when they are resting. The participants will be boys aged 13 to 18 who are dealing with obesity and are currently hospitalized for a three-week program that includes diet changes, physical activity, and counseling.

If a boy is eligible, he will be part of either the group that does the vibration exercises or a control group that only follows the rehabilitation program without the vibration training. Throughout the study, researchers will also check how this exercise impacts heart health and muscle function. It’s important for potential participants to know that they cannot have certain health conditions to join, and they will need to provide written consent to take part.

Gender

MALE

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Male sex
• • Age range 13-18 years
• • Obesity (Body Mass Index Standard Deviation Score \> 2)
• • Hospitalization for a multidisciplinary program of integrated metabolic rehabilitation at the Division of Auxology, S. Giuseppe Hospital, Istituto Auxologico Italiano, IRCCS, Piancavallo, Italy
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Presence of cardiovascular, psychiatric, and musculoskeletal pathologies
• • Absence of signed written consent