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Aerobic Exercise for Cognition in Schizophrenia
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Aerobic Exercise and Balance and Stretching for Schizophrenia. Completed, enrolled 50 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
This study will evaluate the ability of aerobic exercise (AE) to improve cognition in people with schizophrenia. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two interventions: (1) aerobic exercise class (stationary bicycle, or "spin" class) for up to 45 minutes three times per week for 12 weeks, or (2) balance and stretching class for up to 45 minutes three times per week for 12 weeks.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Subjects with a diagnosis of SCZ will complete aerobic exercises consisting of spin classes 3 times a week on a stationary bicycle ergometer. Exercise time will progress from an initial 20 minutes per session to a maximum of 45 minutes by increasing 5 minutes each week for 12 weeks.
Subjects with a diagnosis of SCZ will complete a balance and stretching program consisting of progressive whole body stretching and toning exercises. Exercise time will progress from an initial 20 minutes per session to a maximum of 45 minutes by increasing 5 minutes each week for 12 weeks.