Aerobic Exercise in Early Subacute Stroke

Effects of Twice-Weekly Intense Aerobic Exercise in Early Subacute Stroke: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of early intensive aerobic exercise regarding aerobic capacity, gait and balance, Health Related Quality of Life and participation.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Ability to understand Swedish language.
• Ability to walk 5 meters with or without the support of any means or person.
• Be able to get up on a cycle ergometer and cycle in their own chosen pace.
• Approval of medically responsible physician to conduct physical training in groups.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Medical or neurological diseases that may affect the exercise execution.
• Patients for whom transportation to and from hospital can not be arranged during intervention period