The Importance of Exercise for Chronic Kidney Disease Patients

Due to fatigue and muscle weakness, patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) have low levels of physical activity.1 The decline in physical capacity in this patient cohort is noteworthy as it is associated with deconditioning and muscle wasting, declining kidney function, and an increased risk of comorbidities such as cardiovascular disease.2 Thus, a downward spiral between disease, disuse, and deconditioning exists leading to a reduced quality of life, increased hospitalization rates, and mortality.
Source: Journal of Renal Nutrition - Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Tags: Patient Education Source Type: research