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Official title The Effect of a Prehabilitation Exercise Program on Physical Functioning for Patients Undergoing Kidney Transplantation
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04044963
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Pre-operative physical functioning has been acknowledged as a factor influencing post-operative complication risk, recovery progression and mortality risk. Current guidelines have yet to focus on the pre-operative period as a potential target to improve levels of physical functioning before renal transplantation.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 19 and older
You may be able to join if
- Ability to physically participate in a home-based prehabilitation program and all functional outcome measures
- Ability to read and write in English to respond to study questionnaires
- Age = to or \> 19 and any gender
- Receiving care at Vancouver General Hospital or St. Paul's Hospital
- Has been fully worked up for suitability for renal transplantation
You likely can't join if
- Unstable pulmonary or symptomatic cardiac disease
- Recent fracture or acute musculoskeletal injury that precludes the ability to exercise 4\. Is unable to understand the purpose of the study, or...
See the full eligibility criteria
- Ability to physically participate in a home-based prehabilitation program and all functional outcome measures
- Ability to read and write in English to respond to study questionnaires
- Age = to or \> 19 and any gender
- Receiving care at Vancouver General Hospital or St. Paul's Hospital
- Has been fully worked up for suitability for renal transplantation
- Received physician clearance to participate
- Unstable pulmonary or symptomatic cardiac disease
- Recent fracture or acute musculoskeletal injury that precludes the ability to exercise 4\. Is unable to understand the purpose of the study, or cannot give written consent
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
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, 19 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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