Chronic Kidney Disease Predialysis study: Combination Exercise
Official title Effects of Combination Exercise on Fatigability in Veterans With Chronic Kidney Disease
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04397159
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether combining flywheel resistance and aerobic exercise can reduce fatigue in veterans with chronic kidney disease.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you are a veteran with chronic kidney disease who does not yet need dialysis.
- What's involved
- You will do a special exercise program that mixes strength and cardio moves. You will also have health checks to see how you feel and move.
- Time commitment
- The program lasts several weeks, with regular exercise sessions and health check visits during that time.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 50 to 85. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Ambulatory (with or without a gait aid), 50 years of age or older diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD) stages 3 \& 4 predialysis (as defined...
- Control group will include ambulatory individuals without clinical evidence of kidney disease (defined by eGRF \>60 ml/min per 1.73m2) within the...
- All participants must be able to speak and read English, and demonstrate orientation to person, place, and time
You likely can't join if
- adults diagnosed with acute renal failure/injury within the last 12-months
- non-ambulatory individuals
- adults who do not use the DC VAMC as their main site for renal care
- those who have any uncontrolled cardiovascular
- musculoskeletal disease
- or other conditions that, in the opinion of the principal investigator, could make participation in the study unsafe
See the full eligibility criteria
- Ambulatory (with or without a gait aid), 50 years of age or older diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD) stages 3 \& 4 predialysis (as defined by eGFR 59-15 ml/min per 1.73m2)
- Control group will include ambulatory individuals without clinical evidence of kidney disease (defined by eGRF \>60 ml/min per 1.73m2) within the last 12-months
- All participants must be able to speak and read English, and demonstrate orientation to person, place, and time
- adults diagnosed with acute renal failure/injury within the last 12-months
- non-ambulatory individuals
- adults who do not use the DC VAMC as their main site for renal care
- those who have any uncontrolled cardiovascular
- musculoskeletal disease
- or other conditions that, in the opinion of the principal investigator, could make participation in the study unsafe
- any orthopedic or joint pain which would prevent the participant from safely engaging in the study protocol
- additionally, individuals with plans to relocate from the DC metro area within one year will not be eligible for the intervention portion of the study
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 50 years to 85 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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