Feasibility of Intradialytic Cycling Program in a Remote Community Hemodialysis Unit: Mixed-Methods Analysis of Implementation.

ABSTRACT:

Background

There is growing evidence demonstrating the benefits of intradialytic cycling. However, there are relatively few centers where this practice has been adopted with no reports from hemodialysis units in rural, remote, and northern locations. Maintaining mobility and quality of life for patients on kidney replacement therapy living in remote northern communities is inhibited by inclement weather and lack of access to resources and infrastructure that support physical activity. The integration of intradialytic cycling during hemodialysis offers patients a form of safe physical activity year-round.

Objective

This study focuses on better understanding the feasibility and acceptability of implementing intradialytic cycling in a remote northern geographical context.

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SUBMITTER: Kaminska ME 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8586186 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature