Structured physical exercise for treating substance use disorders
Structured Physical Exercise in Short-term Inpatient Treatment of Substance Use Disorder: Implications for Abstinence, Quality of Life, Physical- and Mental Health
St. Olavs Hospital · NCT04141202
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 |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 200 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | St. Olavs Hospital (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Trondheim) |
| Trial ID | NCT04141202 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
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.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals currently receiving inpatient treatment for substance use disorders.
Not a fit: Patients who are not currently in an inpatient treatment program may not benefit from this study.
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 performed: While the integration of exercise in addiction treatment is gaining attention, this specific approach is relatively novel and not extensively tested in similar settings.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Being an inpatient at the clinic Exclusion Criteria: \-
Where this trial is running
Trondheim
- 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
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Substance-Related Disorders, Drug Abuse, Drug Dependence, Exercise therapy, Exercise physiology