Pedaling while dialyzing: exercise may shield hearts of kidney patients
NCT ID NCT04877041
First seen Nov 20, 2025 · Last updated Jun 10, 2026 · Updated 26 times
Summary
This study looked at whether a 12-week cycling program during hemodialysis can reduce heart muscle stress (called stunning) in adults with end-stage kidney disease. 111 participants either cycled or rested during their dialysis sessions. Researchers measured heart function with ultrasound and blood tests to see if exercise made a difference.
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Locations
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St. Pauls Hospital
Vancouver, British Columbia, V6Z1Y6, Canada
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University of Alberta Department of Internal Medicine
Edmonton, Alberta, T6G 2G3, Canada
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University of Calgary Cumming School of Medicine Department of Internal Medicine
Calgary, Alberta, T2N 2T9, Canada
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University of Manitoba Department of Internal Medicine
Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3A 1R9, Canada
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University of South Australia
Adelaide, South Australia, 5001, Australia
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Western University
London, Ontario, N6A5C1, Canada
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