Dialysis patients get stronger by pedaling during treatment
NCT ID NCT07427264
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a 6-month program of aerobic and resistance exercises, done during dialysis sessions, can improve body composition, muscle oxygen levels, and physical function in 40 adults with chronic kidney disease. Participants are randomly assigned to either the exercise group or usual care. Researchers will measure changes in muscle strength, walking ability, and quality of life.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- exercise program (aerobic and resistance training during dialysis)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could show that exercising during dialysis helps patients feel stronger, move better, and have a better quality of life.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 40 participants. Results may not apply to all dialysis patients, and the exercise program may be too demanding for some.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Sports Medicine Laboratory, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki, 57001, Greece
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