Comparing electrical muscle stimulation and resistive training for hemodialysis patients
Electrical Muscle Stimulation Versus Resistive Training On Physical Measures, And Fatigue In Hemodialysis Patients
This study is testing whether electrical muscle stimulation or resistance training helps people on hemodialysis feel stronger and less tired.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 40 Years to 55 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Cairo University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Dokki) |
| Trial ID | NCT06079502 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to compare the effects of intradialytic neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) and a resistive training program on physical performance, dialysis efficiency, and fatigue levels in patients undergoing hemodialysis. It will involve patients aged 40 to 55 years with chronic kidney failure on hemodialysis for over three years. The study is unique as it is the first to directly compare these two interventions in this patient population, building on previous research that examined each method separately.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients aged 40 to 55 years with chronic kidney failure on hemodialysis for more than three years and a BMI between 25 and 29.9 kg/m2.
Not a fit: Patients with cognitive impairments, uncontrolled hypertension, or other serious health conditions such as coronary artery disease or diabetes may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved physical performance and reduced fatigue in hemodialysis patients.
How similar studies have performed: While previous studies have shown the effects of NMES and resistive training individually, this study's comparative approach is novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients of both sexes, with CKF on HD for more than 3 years. * Age between 40 to 55 years old. * BMI is between 25 and 29.9 kg/m2. Exclusion Criteria: Patients who have one of the following contraindications to the interventions or affect the results * Cognitive impairment that prevented them from performing the evaluations and who were unable to understand and sign the written informed consent. * Stroke * Smokers * Anemic patients * Osteoarticular or disabling musculoskeletal disorders * Uncontrolled hypertension (systolic blood pressure\>230 mm Hg and diastolic blood pressure\>120 mm Hg) * Patients with coronary artery disease or heart failure. * Diabetic patients * Infectious diseases and chest diseases * Active smokers' patients with peripheral vascular disease in the lower limbs such as deep vein thrombosis or thromboangiitis
Where this trial is running
Dokki
- Outpatient clinic faculty of physical therapy cairo university — Dokki, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Asmaa Yacoub — Cairo University
- Study coordinator: Asmaa Yacoub
- Email: ptrservices2022@gmail.com
- Phone: +20 102 368 8443
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.