Treating overweight and obesity is challenging, both for the person and for his or her health care team. For many people who struggle with their weight, being told to eat less and exercise more doesn’t cut it. They’ve been there and done that. More and more research indicates that lifestyle interventions and behavioral modifications, while effective for some, aren’t enough to help many people lose a meaningful amount of weight and keep it off.
Devices for Weight Loss:
Welcome to the age of devices that can help with weight loss. The Food and Drug Administration, or FDA, for short, has approved a number of medical devices to treat obesity. These devices are not intended for someone who wants to lose 10 pounds, by the way. And they’re not a replacement for those lifestyle and behavioral interventions rather, they work in tandem.
These devices are intended to help people who are obese and for whom other approaches have been unsuccessful. Weight loss amounts vary and can be helpful but these devices are not quick fixes. If you think any of these types of devices might be a good choice for you, talk with your doctor. And don’t forget that lifestyle changes are still a key part of losing weight and keeping it off.