Abstract

TORRES, V. et al. Benefits of cognitive behavior therapy and acupressure therapy in obese patients: a randomized clinical trial. Nutr. Hosp. [online]. 2011, vol.26, n.5, pp.1018-1024. ISSN 1699-5198.

Objective: The purpose of this study was to analyze change of lifestyle in obese patients with cognitive behavior therapy and acupressure. Methods: An experimental study was performed with placebo control group. Forty patients were randomly assigned to intervention group (cognitive behaviour therapy + acupressure) and control group (information session). Outcome measure was a questionnaire for the assessment and quantification of obesity related lifestyles. Measures were performed at baseline and, after 3-months intervention. Results: After 3 months of treatment, the intervention group showed significant differences (p < 0.05) in weight loss, diet and physical activity. Conclusion: In the obese patient, cognitive behavior therapy and acupressure, it has lost at least three kilograms over three months and has changed lifestyles related to obesity.

Keywords : Cognitive behavior therapy; Obesity; Randomized controlled trial; Acupressure.

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