Can TV workouts help dialysis patients get stronger?

NCT ID NCT06660160

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: Cardenal Herrera University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a group exercise program shown on TVs during hemodialysis is safe and doable for people with chronic kidney failure. About 45 adults will follow along with exercise videos while receiving dialysis. The goal is to see if this approach can help fight muscle loss and improve physical function.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: group exercise program supported by audiovisual media
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost way to help dialysis patients stay active and improve muscle strength and function.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early feasibility study with only 45 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Some patients may find it hard to exercise during dialysis.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

chronic kidney disease chronic renal failure syndrome Motor Activity Sarcopenia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CHRONIC KIDNEY FAILURE FUNCTIONAL CAPACITY HEMODIALYSIS MUSCLE STRENGTH DYNAMOMETER PHYSICAL ACTIVITY LEVEL SARCOPENIA

Contacts and locations

Locations

B. Braun Avitum - Centro de Atención Renal

Massamagrell, Valencia, 46130, Spain

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