Abstract

Objective The clinical management of alcohol dependence involves evidence-based knowledge on medical treatment, physical training, and psychological management. This pilot study investigates the effect of physical exercise on cardio-respiratory fitness and socio-psychological outcomes. Design: 10 alcohol patients are included to 12 times moderate intensity exercise in groups. Methods: Aerobic power, anxiety, and depression are measured at baseline and post intervention. Observations of the instructor are described. Results: No significant change of aerobic power, but decreased subjective exhaustion. A trend is shown of decreased depression and less concern. Clinical observations showed the testing environment as obstacle and found the communicative role of the instructor crucial. Conclusion: Future research with regard of adherence has to concentrate on the social and contextual aspects of physical activity as treatment.
Original languageEnglish
JournalSport Science Review
Volume22
Issue number3-4
Pages (from-to)205-216
ISSN2066-8732
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2013

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  • Healthy Lifestyle

    Roessler, K. K. (PI), Bilberg, R. (Co-PI), Sari, S. (PhD student), Jensen, K. (Project participant) & Mau, M. (Project participant)

    01/01/201431/12/2018

    Project: Research

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