A helping hand for dialysis: can coaching reduce the emotional toll?

NCT ID NCT07747012

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Kutahya Health Sciences University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Aug 05, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study tests whether a 6-week nurse-led self-management program can reduce dialysis-related distress in people receiving hemodialysis. The program includes weekly one-on-one sessions focusing on fluid control, diet, medication adherence, and coping with symptoms. Half of the 100 participants will receive the program alongside usual care, while the other half continues with usual care alone. The trial measures distress levels and treatment adherence at 6 and 18 weeks to see if the program makes a difference.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: A structured 6-week nurse-led needs-based dialysis self-management program, delivered through weekly face-to-face sessions covering education and individualized counseling on fluid, diet, medication, and symptom management.
What this could lead to: If effective, this program could offer a practical, non-drug way to ease the emotional burden of dialysis and improve treatment adherence.
What could go wrong: The trial is relatively small (100 participants) and single-center, so results may not apply broadly. The program's success depends on patient engagement and may not overcome all sources of distress.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

dialysis disequilibrium syndrome Treatment Adherence and Compliance

As listed by the trial registrant

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

DIALYSIS-RELATED DISTRESS HEMODIALYSIS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Simav Doc. Dr. Ismail Karakuyu State Hospital
RECRUITING

Simav, Turkey (Türkiye)

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