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The Effect of Progressive Muscle Relaxation Exercises on Depression and Fatigue in Patients Receiving Hemodialysis Treatment: A Randomized Controlled Trial

NCT07512895 · Status: RECRUITING · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 60

Last updated 2026-04-06

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Summary

This study aims to evaluate the effects of progressive muscle relaxation exercises on depression and fatigue levels in patients undergoing hemodialysis treatment. Progressive muscle relaxation is applied as an individualized non-pharmacological intervention, and its potential contribution to psychological well-being is investigated. The study seeks to determine whether regular relaxation exercises can reduce depressive symptoms, alleviate fatigue, and improve overall emotional well-being in hemodialysis patients. Findings from this research are expected to provide evidence for the use of relaxation-based interventions as supportive care methods in the management of psychological symptoms associated with chronic kidney disease and hemodialysis.

Conditions

  • Hemodialysis Complication
  • Hemodialysis

Interventions

BEHAVIORAL

Progressive Muscle Relaxation Intervention

The study population consisted of all patients receiving treatment at the center during the study period. Instead of a statistical sample size calculation, a total population sampling method was used. All voluntary patients who met the inclusion criteria and were receiving hemodialysis at the center during the specified time frame were included. Among patients who scored 4 or above on the First-Level Beck Depression Inventory, an independent nurse not involved in the research team assigned unique codes. A computer-generated random number table was then used to allocate participants into the intervention group (30 patients) and control group (30 patients) in a 1:1 ratio.Progressive muscle relaxation exercises were used as the relaxation technique. Participants were instructed to assume a comfortable position, and all instructions were delivered clearly and understandably. The exercise program was planned for 8 weeks, 3 days per week, for 30 minutes per session. The first session was con

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Istanbul Aydın University

    lead OTHER

Study Design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
SUPPORTIVE_CARE
Masking
SINGLE
Model
SINGLE_GROUP

Eligibility

Min Age
18 Years
Max Age
75 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
Yes

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2025-12-01
Primary Completion
2026-04-01
Completion
2026-05-01

Countries

  • Turkey (Türkiye)

Study Locations

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