Non-Surgical Obesity Treatments
Short answer: Non-surgical obesity treatments include gastric balloons, GLP-1 analogues and biofeedback aimed at appetite awareness. The right method is decided at consultation based on body mass index, health history, weight goal and personal preference. All are combined with a nutrition, activity and regular follow-up programme.
Which method for which situation?
| Situation | Method to consider |
|---|---|
| Difficulty controlling portions, wanting support for a set period | Gastric balloon |
| Patients who prefer no endoscopy or sedation, or live out of town | Swallowable gastric balloon |
| Problems with appetite and satiety, able to keep to regular injections | GLP-1 analogues |
| Emotional eating, sugar cravings, stress eating | Biofeedback (alongside other methods) |
Treatments
- Gastric balloon treatments: A balloon placed in the stomach supports fullness with smaller portions.
- Swallowable gastric balloon: Swallowed as a capsule, stays in the stomach for about 16 weeks and passes naturally.
- GLP-1 analogues: Appetite-reducing medicines used under medical follow-up, usually as weekly injections.
- Biofeedback: A personalised programme on eating habits and appetite awareness.
How is the assessment done?
At the first consultation we discuss weight history, chronic conditions, medicines and methods tried before. The necessary blood tests are requested. Once a method is chosen, a nutrition and follow-up plan is prepared together; keeping the weight off is as much part of the plan as losing it.
Frequently asked questions
Which method leads to more weight loss?
Weight loss depends on the method and on how closely the follow-up programme is kept; methods are compared individually at consultation.
Can a gastric balloon and GLP-1 be combined?
For some patients they can be planned in sequence or together; the decision is made after medical assessment.
Is surgery needed?
None of the methods on this page requires surgery; in advanced obesity, surgical options are discussed separately.
General patient information. Individual treatment is planned in consultation.