Town Hall Overview:
Obesity, a prevalent global concern, is increasingly causing alarm due to its association with multiple comorbidities, chronic medical conditions, cancers, and even workers’ compensation injuries. To address this concern, TrestleTree has developed an innovative program focusing on novel and effective medications coupled with behavior change strategies—an approach that promises to boost the efficacy of obesity management.
TrestleTree’s distinctive program is designed to tackle obesity by uniting a proven model of behavior change with the potential of new obesity medications. Designed for long-term use, these medications are safer and more effective, thereby offering hope for sustainable weight management.
Comprehensive Strategy – A Two-Pronged Approach
TrestleTree’s strategy is comprehensive and unique. The first prong of their approach is the implementation of their own robust model of behavior change, which has undergone the trials and success of a 20-year history. The second prong is tethered to the recent medical advancements in the field of weight loss medications. They aim to merge these two distinct yet complimentary spheres to design an effective obesity management program.
Program Features and Evolution
The TrestleTree ObesityRx Program targets two specific groups: individuals with a Body Mass Index (BMI) greater than 30, reflecting clinical obesity; and those with a BMI greater than 27 along with obesity-related chronic medical conditions. The program is designed to be iterative, with higher touch points in the first six months and monthly coaching sessions in the subsequent six months.
Coaches work intimately with participants, helping them navigate through the complexities of the healthcare system while ensuring they receive the right dosage and duration of medication. The program incorporates remote monitoring devices, such as the iHealth wireless scale, to provide real-time data on participants’ weight loss journey.
Outcomes and Impact
The program’s success can be measured by its multifaceted outcomes. These range from weight management and improvements in chronic conditions to increasing uptake of healthy eating habits and physical activity. In terms of weight management, nearly 60% of the participants have reported losing an average of over 13 pounds. TrestleTree’s program also shows improvements in chronic conditions, with about 70 to 80% showing better lab values related to their disease states.
Fostering Total Person Health
Living up to the principles upheld by the National Association of Occupational Health Professionals (NAOHP), TrestleTree works on promoting ‘total person health’. With a holistic model addressing individual physical health, wellbeing, and lifestyle management coaching, TrestleTree embraces the ‘messiness’ of life. Their multidisciplinary team comprises registered nurses, dieticians, exercise physiologists, and medical social workers, aligning their efforts to create health transformation in the population.
Looking Ahead: The Potential of the ObesityRx Program
TrestleTree’s innovative programs hold immense potential to usher in an obesity-proof future. A balance of behavior change and advancements in obesity medications offers a ray of hope for those grappling with weight issues. The program’s stringent parameters, widespread monitoring, and track record of positive results breed optimism in the face of the obesity epidemic.
By bundling this program effectively within an employer’s healthcare scheme, companies can not only enhance employee health but also achieve a substantial return on their investment. In short, TrestleTree’s comprehensive approach marks a significant step towards a healthier future—one where individuals are empowered to manage their weight, and through that, their lives.
For more information email learl@naohp.com