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"Exercise as medicine" in chronic kidney disease
T J Wilkinson1, N F Shur1, A C Smith1
1Leicester Exercise Kidney Team, John Wells Renal Unit, University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust and Department of Infection, Immunity and Inflammation, University of Leicester, Leicester, UK.
Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports
|June 24, 2016
Summary
Exercise is a powerful tool for managing chronic kidney disease (CKD) across all stages. This review highlights how prescribing physical activity can improve patient outcomes and overall health.
Area of Science:
- Nephrology
- Sports Medicine
- Preventive Medicine
Background:
- Exercise is recognized as 'exercise as medicine' for conditions like arthritis and diabetes.
- Exercise offers benefits such as reduced cardiovascular risk, inflammation, and improved physical function.
- Chronic kidney disease (CKD), affecting 10% of the population, is underutilized for exercise-based therapy.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the significant role of exercise in managing chronic kidney disease (CKD).
- To provide guidance on the optimal administration and prescription of exercise for CKD patients.
Main Methods:
- Literature review summarizing current evidence on exercise and CKD.
- Analysis of exercise benefits across different stages of kidney disease (pre-dialysis, dialysis, transplant).
Main Results:
- Exercise demonstrates potential benefits for patients with varying severities of CKD.
- Physical activity can improve cardiovascular health, inflammation, and physical capacity in CKD patients.
Conclusions:
- Exercise should be considered a key component in the clinical management of CKD.
- Tailored exercise prescriptions are crucial for maximizing benefits in kidney disease patients.
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