The initiative to offer various intradialytic exercise programs and passive exercise
Sakra World Hospital has announced the launch of intra-dialysis rehab exercise program. The initiative to offer various intradialytic exercise programs and passive exercise including electrical stimulation especially developed for hemodialysis patients. rate. These intradialytic exercises can be safely done in the first two hours of dialysis without cardiac decompensation.
Speaking on the occasion, Yuichi Nagano, Managing Director Sakra World Hospital said, “Renal health is important and Sakra World Hospital has always been ahead of the curve by innovating and implementing programs like kidney rehabilitation and maintenance. I am sure that with this Intradialytic Exercise Program, our patients will be able to maintain their functional capacity well and tolerate exercise programs to maintain good health.”
Commenting on kidney health, Dr Sushma Rani Raju, Senior Consultant & Head, Nephrology, Sakra World Hospital said, “On the occasion of World Kidney Day, it gives me great pleasure to announce the Intradialytic Exercise Program for patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and dialysis. As a team we strongly believe and agree this will improve the functional abilities and enhance the overall well-being of the CKD and dialysis population”.
Speaking on the benefits of Renal Rehabilitation, Dr Maheshwarappa, Senior Consultant & HOD Sakra Institute of Rehabilitation Sciences said, “Rehabilitation is an important part of maintaining kidney health, and we are happy to announce the inauguration of Sakra World Hospital’s intra-dialysis Rehab Exercise Program. Regular exercising can result in greater quality of life, physical functioning, and better quality of sleep. It will additionally assist in feeling better and stronger. It also prevents risk factors for kidney disease, like type 2 diabetes, obesity, and cardiac conditions.”