Reducing fatigue in adults with end-stage kidney disease through relaxation and walking.
Official title: Fight Fatigue: A progressive muscle relaxation and walking intervention to reduce fatigue in adults with ESKD
Funded at University of Illinois at Chicago · NIH-11039297 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a special program that combines relaxation exercises and walking to help adults with end-stage kidney disease feel less tired and improve their overall well-being, with support through text messages to keep them on track.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Illinois at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | September 18, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $712,508 |
| NIH project number | 1R34AT012770-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11039297 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who are diagnosed with end-stage kidney disease and experience significant fatigue.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have end-stage kidney disease or those who are unable to participate in physical activity may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to develop and evaluate a tailored program combining progressive muscle relaxation and walking to help reduce fatigue in adults suffering from end-stage kidney disease (ESKD). The intervention focuses on promoting whole person health by addressing the debilitating fatigue that significantly impacts the quality of life for these patients. Participants will engage in a structured program that includes both relaxation techniques and physical activity, with support provided through text messaging to enhance adherence. The study will assess how feasible and acceptable this combined approach is for individuals with ESKD.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a new, effective way to alleviate fatigue in adults with end-stage kidney disease, improving their overall quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that progressive muscle relaxation can effectively reduce fatigue, but this specific combination of interventions in the ESKD population is novel and has not been extensively studied.
Where this research is happening
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University of Illinois at Chicago
Chicago, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hannan, Mary — University of Illinois at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Hannan, Mary
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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.