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A weight loss program in a chiropractic practice: a retrospective analysis.

Anthony DeMaria¹, Casen DeMaria¹, Robert Demaria¹

¹362 E Bridge St., Elyria, OH 44035, USA.

Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice

|April 29, 2014

Summary

This summary is machine-generated.

This study shows a multi-modal weight loss program combining chiropractic care, diet, exercise, and counseling effectively reduced weight and BMI in adults. The approach offers a sustainable strategy for obesity management.

Keywords:

Chiropractic Counseling Diet Exercise Weight loss

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Area of Science:

Integrative Medicine
Obesity Research
Chiropractic Care

Background:

Obesity is a significant global health issue, increasing the risk of chronic metabolic disorders.
Effective, sustainable weight loss strategies are crucial for public health.
Investigating novel approaches to weight management is a priority.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the effectiveness of a 13-week multi-modal weight loss program.
To assess the impact of chiropractic adjustments combined with lifestyle interventions on weight and BMI.
To describe patient outcomes in a chiropractic clinic-based weight loss program.

Main Methods:

Retrospective analysis of patient files from a 13-week weight loss program.
Inclusion criteria: adults (>18 years) who completed the program.
Interventions included chiropractic adjustments/spinal manipulative therapy, diet/nutritional counseling, exercise, and one-on-one support.

Main Results:

53.33% (16 of 30) of participants completed the program.
Significant reductions in average weight (190.46 to 174.94 lbs) and BMI (30.94 to 28.50 kg/m²).
Statistically and clinically significant improvements in weight and BMI were observed.

Conclusions:

The study describes a cohort undergoing a chiropractic-integrated weight loss program.
Findings support the efficacy of a multi-modal approach for weight loss.
Chiropractic clinics can effectively implement comprehensive weight management strategies.