Stretching away dialysis cramps: simple moves bring big relief

NCT ID NCT07262879

First seen Jan 07, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 20 times

Summary

This study tested whether gentle leg stretches, guided by nurses during dialysis sessions, could ease muscle cramps in kidney patients. Sixty adults on regular dialysis took part, with half doing the stretches and half receiving usual care. The goal was to see if stretching reduces cramp intensity, frequency, and pain over eight weeks.

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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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