Structured physical exercise for treating substance use disorders
Official title: Structured Physical Exercise in Short-term Inpatient Treatment of Substance Use Disorder: Implications for Abstinence, Quality of Life, Physical- and Mental Health
Run by St. Olavs Hospital · NCT04141202 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study tests whether adding structured high-intensity exercise to treatment can help people in recovery from substance use disorders feel better physically and mentally.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 200 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | St. Olavs Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Trondheim) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | February 25, 2020 |
| Main results expected | December 30, 2035 |
| Study ends | December 30, 2035 |
| Registry record updated | July 21, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT04141202 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are individuals currently receiving inpatient treatment for substance use disorders.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are not currently in an inpatient treatment program may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This study examines the effects of structured high-intensity physical exercise on the physical and mental health of patients undergoing a three-month residential treatment program for substance use disorders at St. Olav Hospital. By integrating exercise into the treatment regimen, the study aims to assess improvements in patients' quality of life post-treatment. The observational approach allows for the collection of data on the outcomes of this intervention within a real-world clinical setting.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could enhance recovery outcomes and overall well-being for patients with substance use disorders.
How similar studies have gone: While the integration of exercise in addiction treatment is gaining attention, this specific approach is relatively novel and not extensively tested in similar settings.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Being an inpatient at the clinic Exclusion Criteria: \-
Where it's running
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St Olavs Hospital HF Klinikk for rus og avhengighetsmedisin
Trondheim, Norway Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Grete Flemmen, phd
- Email: grete.flemmen@stolav.no
- Phone: +47 908 77 876
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.