๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-05-02

The Effect of Exercise and Tirzepatide on Weight and Health Outcomes (EXER-MED) (NCT07298915)

๐ŸŸก Not Yet Recruiting Phase3 ๐Ÿ’Š Investigational Drug / Biologic Sponsor: University of Virginia

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

This is clinical trials is to evaluate the effect of exercise with weight loss medication compared to weight loss alone. The study will enroll 24 adults from 30-65 years old with overweight or obesity. The main questions it will answer includes: * Does exercise combined with weight loss medication reduce body weight and body fat more than weight loss medication alone * Does exercise combined with weight loss medication improve other risk factors more such as the sugar in the blood, cholesterol, fitness, and quality of life Participants will: * Take a weight loss medication (tirzepatide) monthly under the supervision of their primary care physician * (Exercise group only) Will perform exercise \~3 times a week at the University of Virginia). Walking on a treadmill and resistance training * Visit the study site at the beginning of the study and after the study to evaluate weight, body fat, and other health measures

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: University of Virginia โ€” Charlottesville, Virginia

Age range: 30 Years to 65 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • University of Virginia โ€” Charlottesville, Virginia

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (434) 924-1436

Email: dls3s@virginia.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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