Cryotherapy for pain from dialysis needle insertion
Part of Kidney & urinary, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests if applying cold therapy (cryotherapy) to the access site before needle insertion can reduce pain during hemodialysis. If you are on dialysis and have an arteriovenous fistula, this might help make your treatment more comfortable.
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Who can take part
- You are between 30 and 50 years old.
- You have end-stage kidney failure and are on regular hemodialysis for more than 3 months.
- You have hemodialysis at least twice a week.
- Your arteriovenous fistula has been in use for more than 1 month.
- You can accurately describe your pain level to the study team.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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