A tool to help Veterans engage in weight management programs
The EMBER Trial for Weight Management Engagement
This study is testing a helpful tool called EMBER that aims to boost motivation and involvement for Veterans in weight management programs, making it easier for them to make healthier choices and improve their overall health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Veterans Admin Palo Alto Health Care Sys NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Palo Alto, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11237985 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing EMBER, a self-directed tool designed to enhance motivation and engagement among Veterans in existing weight management programs. Given that nearly 40% of Veterans face obesity-related health risks, the tool aims to inform and guide them in making choices about weight management. EMBER is available in both paper and digital formats, making it accessible for various users. By improving engagement in effective programs like MOVE!, the research seeks to help Veterans achieve better health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Veterans who are eligible for weight management programs but have not yet engaged with them.
Not a fit: Patients who are not Veterans or those who are already actively participating in weight management programs may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve weight management engagement among Veterans, leading to better health and quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that motivational interviewing can improve treatment engagement, suggesting that this approach may be effective in increasing participation in weight management programs.
Where this research is happening
Palo Alto, United States
- Veterans Admin Palo Alto Health Care Sys — Palo Alto, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Breland, Jessica Yelena — Veterans Admin Palo Alto Health Care Sys
- Study coordinator: Breland, Jessica Yelena
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.