Muscle Relaxation Exercises for Depression and Fatigue in Dialysis Patients
Part of Kidney & urinary, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether guided muscle relaxation exercises can reduce depression and tiredness in people undergoing hemodialysis (a blood-filtering treatment). You would learn and practice simple exercises to relax your muscles, which may help improve your mood and energy.
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Who can take part
- You receive regular hemodialysis treatment
- You score 4 or higher on a depression screening test (Beck Inventory)
- You are able to understand and follow exercise instructions
- You can physically perform relaxation exercises (no severe muscle or bone problems)
- You have not done regular relaxation therapy, yoga, or meditation before
- You are willing to participate and give informed consent
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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