Exercise treatment for HIV-associated metabolic and anthropomorphic complications

Exerc Sport Sci Rev. 2001 Oct;29(4):170-4. doi: 10.1097/00003677-200110000-00007.

Abstract

Infection with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) has been associated with several alterations in body composition and metabolism. We propose that resistance and aerobic exercise training programs are effective nonpharmacologic treatments for managing these HIV-related complications and for improving quality of life.

Publication types

  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome / therapy
  • Anabolic Agents / therapeutic use
  • Anthropometry
  • Antiretroviral Therapy, Highly Active
  • Exercise Therapy*
  • HIV Infections / complications*
  • HIV Infections / metabolism
  • HIV Wasting Syndrome / therapy*
  • Humans
  • Hypertrophy
  • Muscle, Skeletal / pathology
  • Oxandrolone / therapeutic use
  • Weight Loss

Substances

  • Anabolic Agents
  • Oxandrolone