Home-based exercise program for dialysis patients with postural issues
The Effect of Home-based Exercise on Postural Abnormalities of Dialysis Patient
This study tests whether a home exercise program can help dialysis patients improve their posture, balance, and overall quality of life.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Pardis Specialized Wellness Institute Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Isfahan) |
| Trial ID | NCT06877962 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the impact of synchronous home-based tele-exercise on postural abnormalities, specifically forward head posture and hyper-kyphosis, in patients undergoing dialysis for end-stage renal disease. The approach focuses on improving balance, physical function, and overall quality of life while aiming to reduce fatigue and the risk of falls. Participants will engage in a structured exercise program designed to address muscular imbalances and enhance physical capacity, which are often compromised in this patient population due to their treatment regimen.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and over with a stable history of peritoneal dialysis for at least three months who can engage in moderate to high-intensity physical activity.
Not a fit: Patients with unstable cardiac conditions, severe musculoskeletal pain, or those unable to participate in any form of exercise will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve the physical function and quality of life for dialysis patients by addressing postural abnormalities and reducing fall risk.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited data on tele-exercise specifically for dialysis patients, similar interventions targeting physical function in chronic illness populations have shown promising results.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Aged 18 years and over 2. At least 3 months of stable peritoneal dialysis (PD) history 3. Permission from their doctors 4. Have decision-making capacity to enable them to give informed consent to take part in the study 5. Have access to a smart device (e.g., smartphone, laptop or tablet), and have internet access 6. Engaging in physical activity \> 3 times per week at moderate to high intensity 7. Participating in regular exercise programs targeting endurance, strength, or flexibility \> 3 times per week Exclusion Criteria: 1. Unstable cardiac status, including angina, decompensated congestive heart failure, or uncontrolled arrhythmias 2. Active infection or acute medical illness 3. Hemodynamic instability 4. Labile glycemic control 5. Individuals unable to exercise entirely, e.g., lower extremity amputations without feasible alternatives for adapted exercise 6. Having severe musculoskeletal pain at rest or with minimal activity 7. Unable to sit, stand or walk unassisted (walking device such as cane or walker allowed) 8. Having shortness of breath at rest or with activities of daily living (NYHAClass IV) 9. Individuals with exercise participation ≥ 3 times per week that addressed ≥ 2 of the domains 10. Myocardial infarction within the past 3 months
Where this trial is running
Isfahan
- Khorshid Dialysis Center — Isfahan, Iran, Islamic Republic of (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Mohammad Ali Tabibi, Dr — Pardis Specialized Wellness Institute
- Study coordinator: Nasrin Salimian
- Email: statisrin@gmail.com
- Phone: +989132051202
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.