Home-based exercise program for kidney transplant candidates
Virtually Supervised Exercise for Kidney Transplant Candidates
This study is testing a home exercise program with virtual support to help people waiting for kidney transplants stay strong and healthy, especially those on dialysis, so they can feel better while they wait.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Palo Alto Veterans Instit for Research NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Palo Alto, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10908371 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the effectiveness of a virtually supervised exercise program designed specifically for individuals waiting for kidney transplants. It aims to address the muscle loss and physical decline that often occur during the long wait for a transplant, particularly among patients undergoing dialysis. By providing a home-based exercise intervention with virtual supervision, the study seeks to improve adherence and accountability, ultimately enhancing the physical function of kidney transplant candidates. The program is tailored to meet the preferences and needs of patients, especially those from diverse backgrounds who are disproportionately affected by kidney failure.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals on the kidney transplant waiting list, particularly those undergoing dialysis.
Not a fit: Patients who are not on the kidney transplant waiting list or those who are unable to participate in exercise due to severe health limitations may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the physical health and transplant outcomes for kidney transplant candidates.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that home-based exercise programs can be effective for improving physical function in various patient populations, suggesting potential success for this approach in kidney transplant candidates.
Where this research is happening
Palo Alto, United States
- Palo Alto Veterans Instit for Research — Palo Alto, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Liu, Christine Kee — Palo Alto Veterans Instit for Research
- Study coordinator: Liu, Christine Kee
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.