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A Short Weight Loss Intervention in a Neurosurgical Subspecialist Clinical Setting
| Content Provider | Scilit |
|---|---|
| Author | Sedney, Cara L. Haggerty, Treah Patricia, Dekeseredy R. N. |
| Copyright Year | 2018 |
| Abstract | Context: The relationship between back pain and obesity is well characterized; therefore, the neurosurgical consultant visit for back pain may be a key interventional opportunity for weight loss. Aims: The aim of this project was to evaluate efficacy of an educational intervention for back pain. Methods: A retrospective study was undertaken to evaluate effectiveness of an educational intervention (Show patient's own MRI, Explain degenerative disc disease, Relate to weight issues, Reference other weight-related comorbidities, and Encourage a plan of action for weight loss [SERRE]). This has been performed since 2014 for patients presenting to the first author's neurosurgical spine clinic with nonsurgical back pain and body mass index (BMI) over 35. Results: The average BMI was 50.7. Fifty-five percent of patients had additional weight-related comorbidities. After SERRE intervention, 82% of patients were open to weight loss interventions. However, only 22% of patients went on to follow-up with a formal weight management program and only 9% of patients went on to have a documented weight loss. The lack of success was largely attributed to social issues and severe medical comorbidities within the specific population. Conclusions: Incorporation of patient education regarding the relationship of weight loss to back pain and other weight-related comorbidities is well received in a rural specialist consultation setting. Improved communication with primary care physicians regarding this message and further supportive actions may improve follow-through, and therefore success of ultimate weight loss interventions. |
| Related Links | https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6126313/pdf |
| Ending Page | 495 |
| Page Count | 4 |
| Starting Page | 492 |
| File Format | XHTML |
| ISSN | 09763147 |
| e-ISSN | 09763155 |
| DOI | 10.4103/jnrp.jnrp_2_18 |
| Journal | Journal of Neurosciences in Rural Practice |
| Issue Number | 4 |
| Volume Number | 9 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Medknow |
| Access Restriction | Open |
| Subject Keyword | Rehabilitation Back Pain Obesity Weight Loss Journal of Neurosciences in Rural Practice, Volume 9, Issue 4 |
| Content Type | Text |
| Resource Type | Article |
| Subject | Neuroscience Neurology (clinical) |
