Treatment fidelity in the Camden Weight Loss (CAMWEL) intervention assessed from recordings of advisor-participant consultations

ConclusionsIntervention fidelity varied in both content and process, emphasising the importance of ongoing fidelity checks in a complex intervention. Advisors focused on certain practical aspects of the intervention and providing an encouraging interpersonal climate. This concurs with other research findings, which have revealed the value participants in a weight loss intervention place on an empathic advisor-participant relationship.Clinical trials registrationRegistered with Clinicaltrials.gov, numberNCT00891943, on 1 May 2009.
Source: BMC Obesity - Category: Eating Disorders & Weight Management Source Type: research