Key result
A GP exercise referral programme reduced the sum of skinfolds by 8.1% (95% CI 2.9-13.3) more than the control group up to 16 weeks after baseline.
Why the study?
Does a GP exercise referral programme improve modifiable coronary heart disease risk factors in patients who are smokers, hypertensive, or overweight?
Population
142 patients selected from medical records and screened for contraindications to exercise
Comparison
GP exercise referral programme offering 20… vs Control group (standard care)
Design
RCT, Randomly allocated
Follow-up
37 weeks
Authors
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Supports GP exercise referral for CHD prevention in primary care; confirms benefits on modifiable risk factors while highlighting adherence for durability.
RCT (n=142)
Yes
Does a GP exercise referral programme improve modifiable coronary heart disease risk factors in patients who are smokers, hypertensive, or overweight?
Effect estimate: 8.1% greater reduction (95% CI 2.9-13.3)
A GP exercise referral program significantly reduced body fat (sum of skinfolds) compared to control, with benefits maintained longer in high adherers, highlighting the importance of strategies to improve exercise adherence.
Taylor et al. (1998) conducted an RCT in Modifiable coronary heart disease risk factors (smokers, hypertensive, or overweight) (n=142). GP exercise referral programme vs. Control group was evaluated on Sum of skinfolds at 16 weeks (8.1% greater reduction, 95% CI 2.9-13.3). A GP exercise referral programme reduced the sum of skinfolds by 8.1% (95% CI 2.9-13.3) more than the control group up to 16 weeks after baseline.
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