Effects of aerobic exercise on patients with pre-dialysis chronic kidney disease: a systematic review of randomized controlled trials.

Graziela Valle NicolodiRodrigo Della Méa PlentzNatiele Camponogara RighiCinara Stein

Published in: Disability and rehabilitation (2021)

Aerobic exercise increases VO2 peak, functional capacity and lower limb muscle strength in patients with pre-dialysis. Effects on QoL appear to be beneficial.IMPLICATIONS FOR REHABILITATIONAerobic exercise should be encouraged in the rehabilitation of patients at any stage of chronic kidney disease.Aerobic exercise promotes improved exercise tolerance, functional capacity, and muscle strength of the lower limbs.There is some evidence to show it is beneficial to improve the quality of life.

Keyphrases

chronic kidney disease
end stage renal disease
lower limb
high intensity
peritoneal dialysis
physical activity
resistance training