Integrating an exercise program into opioid agonist therapy: a pilot study on feasibility, fitness improvements, and participation challenges

Integrating an exercise program into opioid agonist therapy: a pilot study on feasibility, fitness improvements, and participation challenges

Abstract Background People receiving opioid agonist therapy (OAT) face high risk of comorbidities, including cardiovascular and mental health disorders. Integrating exercise programs with OAT may reduce health disparities and improve well-being. This study explored the feasibility and preliminary ef...

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Main Authors: Einar Furulund, Siv-Elin Leirvåg Carlsen, Silvia Eiken Alpers, Jørn Henrik Vold, Karl Trygve Druckrey-Fiskaaen, Tesfaye Madebo, Sindre M. Dyrstad, Torgeir Gilje Lid, Lars Thore Fadnes
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2025-07-01
Series:Addiction Science & Clinical Practice
Subjects:
Substance-Related disorders
Mental health
Exercise therapy
Chronic disease
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13722-025-00583-w
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