Adolescent/Teen Weight Loss

Comprehensive weight loss/control for adolescents, teens and adults.

Adolescent and teen overweight/obesity has reached epidemic proportions in the United States, accompanied by an alarming rise in associated diseases such as diabetes and hypertension and orthopedic problems such as back pain, knee pain, injured joints, osteoarthritis and broken bones.

Obese children are three times more likely to suffer broken bones. The development of diabetes in the early teens can reduce lifespan by up to 17 years! At ReQuest Physical Therapy, we’re committed to doing something about this crisis.

If you or your child are overweight or obese, you should take advantage of our effective, medically based weight-loss programs. They are designed to help you lose weight through an effective combination of behavior modification, nutrition education, counseling and modest regular exercise – a combination proven to produce favorable results.

Recent statistics show that children’s body mass index (BMI) is associated with their parents’ BMI. Children’s eating and activity patterns closely mirror their parents. Now, you can help every member of your family:

• Reach their healthiest body weight & BMI
• Increase their energy levels
• Increase strength & stamina for sports
• Decrease their risk of disease
• Improve their function & reduce pain
• Improve their appearance, self-esteem & outlook on life

In fact, there are numerous additional benefits to the ReQuest programs. We offer adolescents, teens and parents powerful tools that will have a positive impact on the family’s physical activity and eating habits. One of these is a lifestyle contract you make with your therapist and family. Our physical therapists, athletic trainers and lifestyle counselors are highly credentialed, experienced and compassionate people who provide incredible support in a safe environment for you and your child.