How physical activity and sedentary behavior relate to artery health in obese teens

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study examines how different levels and patterns of physical activity and sedentary time relate to carotid intima-media thickness in adolescents with obesity. It will collect data on movement behaviors and measure artery thickness to explore potential associations with cardiovascular risk. The study targets youths aged 11 to 18 who meet obesity criteria and have consent from guardians and assent from the participant. No active intervention is given; the project analyzes existing behavior and imaging data. Results could help tailor guidance on activity and sedentary habits for vascular health in this population.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* The parent(s) or legal guardian(s) must have provided parental consent, and the adolescent must have provided their assent.
* The adolescent must be affiliated with or covered by a health insurance scheme.
* The adolescent must be aged between 11 and 18 years.
* The participant must have a Body Mass Index (BMI) Z-score corresponding to obesity (reference: Rolland-Cachera et al., 1991 growth charts).

Exclusion Criteria:

* The adolescent has a contraindication to physical activity (joint, cardiac, or other).
* The adolescent is participating in another study.
* The adolescent is within an exclusion period determined by a previous study.
* The parent(s) or legal guardian(s) or the adolescent refuses to sign the parental consent or assent form, respectively.
* It is not possible to provide the adolescent or the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) with the required information for informed consent.

Where it's running

• Institut Saint Pierre
  Palavas-les-Flots, France Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Agnès Vinet
• Email: agnes.vinet@univ-avignon.fr
• Phone: +33 4 13 95 13 44

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.