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The Game of Health©: an innovative lifestyle change program implemented in a family practice
Maureen Reni Courtney1, Scott E Conard, Pat Dunn
1College of Nursing University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, Texas, 76019. USA. maureen@uta.edu
Purpose:
The purpose of this clinical pilot project was to evaluate the effectiveness of a 12 week lifestyle change program targeted to patients with chronic disease.
Data Sources:
Data were collected weekly from participants using individual and group feedback and body composition analysis.
Conclusions:
The Game of Health was well received by patients and was effective in modifying behaviors to achieve a healthier lifestyle and to improve body composition. Primary care providers need to consider how to make lifestyle change programs available to their patients to complement clinical interventions.
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