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PURPOSE: To establish the feasibility and effect of an aerobic exercise
intervention on symptoms of depression among individuals with traumatic brain
injury. DESIGN: A pre-post single group. PARTICIPANTS:
our community dwelling
participants (>11 months postinjury) with residual physical impairment recruited
from an outpatient clinic. INTERVENTION: : 12-week aerobic exercise program.
OUTCOME MEASURES:
The Hamilton Rating Scale for Depression; aerobic capacity
(cycle ergometer, heart rate at reference resistance, perceived exertion); Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale and program perception (survey). ANALYSIS:
Descriptive statistics to depict change in outcome measure scores. Answers from
the survey were collated and presented as summary statements. RESULTS: All
participants had fewer symptoms of depression, improved aerobic capacity and
higher self esteem after the intervention. High satisfaction with the program was
reported with no adverse effects. CONCLUSION: The aerobic exercise program was
feasible and effective for individuals with traumatic brain injury, leading to
improved mood, cardiovascular fitness, and self-esteem. Future research is needed
to determine the intensity, frequency, and duration required to reach and maintain improvement.

Langue : ANGLAIS