Table 1 Intradialytic exercises protocol
Mode | Method | Measures | Intensity/frequency/duration | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Warm up phase | Deep breathing exercises | HRR Borg score | 40% HRR at start 60% HRR in first 4 weeks 80% HRR in next 4 weeks Exertion perceived 13–14 2 days/week 5 min | 12 weeks |
Aerobic | Pedo-cycling | HRR Borg score 6MWT | 40% HRR at start 60% HRR in first 4 weeks 80% HRR in next 4 weeks Exertion perceived 13–14 2 days/week 10 min | 12 weeks |
Strength training | Open chain with weight cuffs non fistula arm and both ankle Thera band | HRR Borg score 10 RM | 2 sets of 10 RM Exertion perceived 15–17 2 days/week 10 min | 12 weeks |
Cool down phase | Deep breathing | HRR Borg score | 40% HRR at start 60% HRR in first 4 weeks 80% HRR in next 4 weeks Exertion perceived 13–14 2 days/week 5 min | 12 weeks |