Abstract

We conducted a pilot study of the feasibility of an Internet-based weight loss programme using videoconferencing to emulate face-to-face situations and a Web service to support self-monitoring. A pre-post test design was used to compare changes in bodyweight, metabolic variables and attendance rate. Nine subjects lost on average 5.9 kg (6.0% of body weight, P

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)370-373
Number of pages4
JournalJournal of Telemedicine and Telecare
Volume12
Issue number7
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Oct 1 2006

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Health Informatics

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