Randomized Controlled Trial of Intradialytic Cognitive and Physical Training to Enhance Functional Capacity.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Hemodialysis (HD) patients frequently experience cognitive and physical impairments due to various factors, including age, comorbidities, and the demanding nature of the treatment. This study explores the impact of a 12 week integrated cognitive and physical training program on the functional capacity of patients on HD.

Methods

A single blind, randomized controlled trial was conducted with 44 patients on HD. Participants were divided into an experimental (EXP) group that received a combined intervention of intradialytic cycling and cognitive training, and a control (CON) group receiving standard HD treatment. The Trail Making Test (TMT), Timed Up and Go (TUG) test, and TUG dual task test (TUG-dual) were conducted before and after the intervention.

Results

SUBMITTER: Bogataj S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11284388 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature