Stretching away the pain: simple moves slash dialysis cramps

NCT ID NCT07262879

First seen Jan 07, 2026 · Last updated Jun 11, 2026 · Updated 27 times

Summary

This study tested if gentle leg stretches done during dialysis sessions can ease muscle cramps. Sixty adults on dialysis did stretches twice a week for eight weeks, guided by their nurses. The results showed that those who stretched had less severe cramps compared to those who received usual care.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Beni-Suef University

    Banī Suwayf, Beni Suweif Governorate, 62511, Egypt

  • Beni-Suef University

    Banī Suwayf, Beni Suweif Governorate, 62521, Egypt

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