Behavioral weight loss and physical activity intervention in obese adults with asthma. A randomized trial.

ABSTRACT:

Rationale

The effect of weight loss on asthma in obese adults warrants rigorous investigation.

Objectives

To examine an evidence-based, practical, and comprehensive lifestyle intervention targeting modest weight loss and increased physical activity for asthma control.

Methods

The trial randomized 330 obese adults with uncontrolled asthma to receive usual care enhanced with a pedometer, a weight scale, information about existing weight management services at the participating clinics, and an asthma education DVD, or with these tools plus the 12-month intervention.

Measurements and main results

The primary outcome was change in Asthma Control Questionnaire (ACQ) scores from baseline to 12 months. Participants (mean [SD] age, 47.6 [12.4] yr) were 70.6% women, 20.0

SUBMITTER: Ma J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4342805 | biostudies-literature | 2015 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature