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Vyas, Rashmi, Malik, Asifa Ikhlaq, Sharma, Shafali, Rana, Pratiksha, Bahuguna, Khushboo, Renuka |
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Journal of Cardiovascular Disease Research (Journal of Cardiovascular Disease Research); 2024, Vol. 15 Issue 6, p849-856, 8p |
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Introduction: Muscle cramps are a common and significant complication during haemodialysis, with a prevalence ranging from 35% to 86% among patients. These cramps can greatly impact the quality of life and overall well-being of those undergoing dialysis. Understanding the causes and exploring various treatment and prevention strategies is crucial for managing this condition effectively. Muscle cramps among haemodialysis patients, especially the elderly, can be effectively managed through various interventions. Intradialytic stretching exercises have shown significant promise in reducing cramp severity. Additional therapies like SCDs and acupressure further offer complementary benefits. By implementing these strategies, healthcare providers can enhance the quality of life for hemodialysis patients, ensuring better management of this common and troubling complication. Methodology: The study utilized a Quasi-Experimental Research Design, specifically a one-group pretest and posttest design. This design allows the researchers to measure changes in muscle cramp severity before and after the intervention (leg exercises) within the same group of participants. A Non-Probability Purposive Sampling Technique was employed. This method involves selecting subjects based on specific characteristics and relevance to the study, rather than random sampling. Patients undergoing haemodialysis from Selected government hospitals in Dehradun, Uttrakhand were included in the study Patients who were experiencing frequent muscle cramps during dialysis sessions In-Total 50 patients undergoing haemodialysis in the selected hospitals were included in the study. To assess the effectiveness of leg exercises on muscle cramps among haemodialysis patients, the following tools were used: Structured Questionnaire-Designed to gather demographic information and baseline data on the frequency and severity of muscle cramps. Cramp Severity Scale: A validated scale to quantify the severity of muscle cramps before and after the intervention. Data Collection Process Pre-Intervention Assessment: Demographic Data: Collected using the structured questionnaire. Baseline Cramp Severity; Measured using the cramp severity scale before the implementation of leg exercises .Intervention:-Leg Exercises: Patients performed specific leg exercises during their dialysis sessions over a period of one month. Exercises included ankle pumps, leg raises, quadriceps stretches, and hamstring stretches. Post-Intervention Assessment: Cramp Severity: Re-assessed using the same severity scale to measure the effectiveness of the intervention. Objective: To assess the effectiveness of leg exercises on muscle cramps among patients on haemodialysis in selected Government Hospitals. Conclusion: The study concluded that leg exercises are highly effective in reducing the frequency and severity of muscle cramps among haemodialysis patients. Implementing these exercises as part of the standard care protocol in dialysis units can greatly enhance patient comfort and overall well-being. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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Complementary Index |
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