Pilates may soothe restless legs in dialysis patients
NCT ID NCT07181746
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study will test whether a 16-week Pilates exercise program can reduce restless leg syndrome, improve physical function, and boost self-perception in 100 older adults (65+) who are on maintenance hemodialysis. Participants will do supervised resistance exercises two to three times a week. The main goal is to see if symptoms of restless legs get better.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- Pilates exercises
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to reduce restless leg symptoms and improve daily function for older adults on dialysis.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with no blinding, so results may be influenced by placebo effects. The exercises require commitment and may not suit everyone.
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