None of the studies reported the reliability and validity of the methods used to measure sedentary behaviour .
Supporting positive change in lifestyle behaviours is a priority in tackling the health inequalities experienced by adults with intellectual disabilities .
In this systematic review , we examine the evidence on the definition , measurement and epidemiology of sedentary behaviour of adults with intellectual disabilities .
Many research ers do not distinguish between insufficient physical activity and sedentary behaviour .
A single-blind, pilot randomised trial of a weight management intervention for adults with intellectual disabilities and obesity: study protocol
Background The prevalence of obesity in adults with intellectual disabilities has consistently been reported to be higher than the general population . Despite the negative impact of obesity on health , there is little evidence of the effectiveness of weight management interventions for adults with intellectual disabilities and obesity . Preliminary results from a single-str and ed feasibility study of a multi-component weight management intervention specifically design ed for adults with intellectual disabilities and obesity ( TAKE 5 ) and that satisfied clinical recommendations reported that it was acceptable to adults with intellectual disabilities and their carers . This study aims to determine the feasibility of a full-scale clinical trial of TAKE 5 . Methods This study will follow a pilot r and omised trial design . Sixty-six obese participants ( body mass index ( BMI ) ≥30 kg/m2 ) will be r and omly allocated to the TAKE 5 multi-component weight management intervention or a health education ‘ active ’ control intervention ( Waist Winners Too ( WWToo ) ) . Both interventions will be delivered over a 12-month period . Participants ’ anthropometric measures ( body weight , BMI , waist circumference , percentage body fat ) ; indicators of activity ( levels of physical activity and sedentary behaviour ) and well-being will be measured at three time points : baseline , 6 and 12 months . The research er collecting outcome measures will be blind to study group allocation . Conclusions The data from this study will generate pilot data on the acceptability of r and omisation , attrition rates and the estimates of patient-centred outcomes of TAKE 5 , which will help inform future research and the development of a full-scale r and omised clinical trial . Trial registration IS RCT N52903778
None of the studies reported the reliability and validity of the methods used to measure sedentary behaviour .
Supporting positive change in lifestyle behaviours is a priority in tackling the health inequalities experienced by adults with intellectual disabilities .
In this systematic review , we examine the evidence on the definition , measurement and epidemiology of sedentary behaviour of adults with intellectual disabilities .
Many research ers do not distinguish between insufficient physical activity and sedentary behaviour .