Dialysis patients play story game to ease anxiety and boost diet know-how

NCT ID NCT07156942

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Afra ÇALIK Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether a story-based digital game played during hemodialysis sessions can help patients feel less anxious and learn more about their diet and treatment. 40 adults on regular dialysis played the game once a week for 4 weeks, each session lasting 10-15 minutes. Researchers measured changes in anxiety, diet knowledge, and how well patients followed their treatment plan.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: story-based digital game
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost way to help dialysis patients feel less anxious and stick to their diet and treatment plan.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The game is very short (10-15 minutes once a week) and may not produce lasting changes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder end stage renal failure

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ADHERENCE ANXIETY GAME-BASED LEARNING HEMODIALYSIS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Suleyman Demirel University

Isparta, Turkey (Türkiye)

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