Dialysis patients may regain muscle with simple supplement and exercise combo
NCT ID NCT05884138
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether taking essential amino acids (protein building blocks) combined with resistance exercise for 12 weeks can improve muscle strength and function in people on hemodialysis who have sarcopenia (muscle loss). Forty participants will be randomly assigned to the intervention or usual care. The goal is to see if this approach can help patients walk better and feel stronger.
What this could mean
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Active substance
essential amino acid supplementation and resistance exercise
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, drug-free way to help dialysis patients regain muscle strength and mobility.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 40 participants. The results may not apply to all dialysis patients, and the benefits could be modest.
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Chungnam National University Hospital
RECRUITINGDaejeon, South Korea, 35015, South Korea
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