Improving child obesity treatment through partnerships with Parks and Recreation.
Parks & Pediatrics Fit Together: Translating knowledge into action for child obesity treatment in partnership with Parks and Recreation
This study is working to help kids in low-income neighborhoods who are struggling with obesity by teaming up local doctors and community parks to create fun and effective ways for families to get healthy together.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Duke University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Durham, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10890133 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to bridge the gap between existing knowledge and practical application in treating childhood obesity, particularly in low-income communities. By partnering primary care pediatric clinics with local Parks and Recreation centers, the project seeks to implement effective obesity treatment strategies that are culturally relevant and accessible. The approach involves developing and testing an implementation strategy that ensures adherence to evidence-based recommendations while allowing for necessary local adaptations. The goal is to provide children with the support they need to achieve healthier weights and reduce obesity-related health risks.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children aged 0-11 years who are struggling with obesity and their families, particularly those from low-income backgrounds.
Not a fit: Patients who are not affected by obesity or those outside the age range of 0-11 years may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and accessible obesity treatment options for children, ultimately improving their health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in community-based interventions for childhood obesity, indicating that this approach has potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Durham, United States
- Duke University — Durham, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Skinner, Asheley Cockrell — Duke University
- Study coordinator: Skinner, Asheley Cockrell
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.