120 Day
Chilipad for Sleep
| STUDY TITLE | Chilipad for Sleep |
|---|---|
| Submitted under umbrella | |
| Date submitted |
- |
| End date |
There is no pre-specified end date and sub-studies remain open long-term. |
| Language |
English |
| Efforia AI IRB approval recommendation | |
| Recruitment page preview | |
| Author edit | |
| Informed consent | |
| Study author |
Matthew Amsden |
| Principal investigator |
Matthew Amsden |
| Sub-Investigator for Adverse Events |
Dr. Viral Patel |
| Description |
This protocol promotes weight loss through a simple, accessible exercise: walking. Participants are encouraged to achieve a daily goal of 10,000 steps and maintain a daily caloric intake of 2,000 calories or below without the requirement for additional physical training or strict dietary restrictions. This approach leverages the natural, low-impact activity of walking to facilitate weight loss and improve overall fitness. |
| Participant engagement length |
120 Days |
| Sponsor |
This study is made possible by your payment to cover all supplies and expenses required to participate. |
| Cost to participant |
$1400 |
| Included products & services |
Metabolic Blood Test: $134
Cholesterol Blood Test: $129
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| Outcome measures |
Quality of Life and Health Survey Body Image and Self-Perception Survey |
| Methodology |
Single Arm longitudinal where participants act as their own control |
| Basic or advanced dissemination plan |
Basic |
| Deviation from recruitment approach |
No |
| Deviation from statistical approach |
No |
| Will study include “more about you questions” |
Yes |
| Recruitment jurisdictions |
United States, United Kingdom |
| Clinicaltrials.Gov |
Yes |
| Committment to list findings on clinicaltrials.Gov |
Yes |
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Rational & Study Design
Why I created this challenge:
In the whirlwind of extreme fitness trends and rigorous diets flooding social media and academic circles, walking emerges as a profoundly effective yet underappreciated tool for weight loss and fitness. Research underscores walking's benefits for metabolic and cardiovascular health, which align with anecdotal praises across platforms for its simplicity and accessibility. This challenge aims to scientifically validate the impact of walking on weight management and overall well-being, ensuring participants can embrace a sustainable health transformation.
My Objective for You:
Your goal in this challenge is simple yet impactful: integrate daily walking to meet a set step count while managing caloric intake. This approach is designed to improve your fitness and body image, grounded in scientific principles yet tailored to fit seamlessly into your lifestyle.
Aims & Objectives:
The primary aim is to assess how a structured walking regimen, combined with calorie management, contributes to weight loss and enhances self-perception. Secondly, the challenge seeks to understand the broader effects on participants' overall quality of life.
Significance & Impact:
This challenge stands to significantly alter public and academic perceptions of walking as a weight loss method. Expected outcomes include improved physical health metrics and enhanced body image, providing a foundation for long-term lifestyle changes. Limitations include variations in individual adherence and lifestyle factors that could influence results.
The Intervention
Included Products & Services
Product Name: Metabolic Blood Test
Quantity included: 0
Price: $134.00
Product Description: Efforia and Tasso present an innovative Metabolic Test, measuring cholesterol (HDL, Triglycerides, calculated LDL) and Hemoglobin A1C. Our small, non-invasive device, worn on the shoulder, gently collects a minimal blood sample. Slightly more expensive but far less daunting than traditional methods, it's ideal for those uncomfortable with needles. Just mail it back in the provided envelope for lab analysis. Convenient, efficient, and comfortable.
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Product Name: Cholesterol Blood Test
Quantity included: 3
Price: $129.00
Product Description: Efforia collaborates with Tasso to offer a blood collection kit for cholesterol testing, including HDL, Triglycerides, and calculated LDL. It is pain-free device, attached to the shoulder, seamlessly collects a small blood sample. While slightly more expensive, it's far easier than the finger prick test and it's perfect for the needle-averse. Simply return it in the included pre-paid envelope for lab analysis. Easy, and stress free.
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Study Design & Methodology
Inappropriate Participants & Inclusion/Exclusion
Study Design & Experience
Statistical Analysis Plan
Limitations & Justification
Human Subjects Ethics
Suitability Under Minimal Risk Umbrella Protocol
Suitability for Pay to Participate Model
Human Subjects Protection Questionnaire
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