Metabolic Syndrome Cardiovascular Disease Risk Metabolic Syndrome Cardiovascular Diseases Self-Management Self Efficacy Health Behavior Community Health Workers Village Health Volunteers
Conditions
Interventions
Participants in the intervention group received a 12 week self management program designed to promote cardiovascular disease prevention behaviors. The program included education on obesity and cardiov
Experimental Behavioral,Active Comparator Behavioral
Self-Management Program,Routine Care
Sponsors
Princess Agrarajakumari Faculty of Nursing, Chulabhorn Royal Academy
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Age
35 Years to No maximum
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. Be village health volunteers, either male or female, aged 35 years or older. 2. Meet the World Health Organization WHO criteria for obesity, with a body mass index BMI of 23 kg per square meter or higher. 3. Be capable of fully participating in all activities aimed at enhancing self-management throughout the study period. 4. Have stable pre-existing chronic conditions, with no adjustments to medication within the three months prior to the study. 5. Be able to communicate effectively and comprehend the language used in the study.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. Diagnosed cardiovascular disease or other severe medical conditions that may interfere with participation. 2. Unstable chronic conditions or changes in medication within the past three months. 3. Pregnant or breastfeeding. 4. Unable to participate fully in the self-management activities throughout the study period.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Self management behaviors Baseline and week 12 Self management behavior questionnaire 20 items | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Body weight Baseline and week 12 Body weight measurement in kilograms,Body mass index Baseline and week 12 Body mass index calculated from weight and height,Waist circumference Baseline and week 12 Waist circumference measurement in centimeters,Blood pressure Baseline and week 12 Blood pressure measurement using standard sphygmomanometer,Fasting blood sugar Baseline and week 12 Fasting blood sugar measurement,Cardiovascular disease risk Baseline and week 12 Ten year cardiovascular disease risk score | — |
Countries
Thailand
Contacts
Public ContactRachaneeporn Nathalang
Princess Agrarajakumari Faculty of Nursing, Chulabhorn Royal Academy
Outcome results
None listed