Mindfulness Meditation in Hemodialysis Patients
This randomised controlled study aims to evaluate the effects of mindfulness meditation on sleep quality, perceived stress and symptoms levels ion hemodialysis patients. Participants in the intervention group will receive a 4 week mindfulness meditation program in addition to routine care. Outcomes will be assessed bef
| Condition(s) | Hemodialysis, Stress, Sleep Quality, Symptom |
|---|---|
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | NA |
| Study type | Interventional |
| Summary | This randomised controlled study aims to evaluate the effects of mindfulness meditation on sleep quality, perceived stress and symptoms levels ion hemodialysis patients. Participants in the intervention group will receive a 4 week mindfulness meditation program in addition to routine care. Outcomes will be assessed before and after the intervention using validated measurement tools. |
| Who can participate | Inclusion Criteria: * Patients aged between 18 and 75 years * Patients receiving hemodialysis treatment for at least 3 months * Patients with cognitive functions suitable for the intervention (dementia score ≥21) * Patient without hearing, vision or communication problems * Patients without a psychiatric diagnosis * Patients able to use a smartphone or tablet * Patients not participating in another study * Patients not using sleep medication or antipsychotic drugs Exclusion Criteria: * Patients younger than 18 years or older than 75 years * Patients receiving hemodialysis treatment for less than 3 months * Patients with cognitive impairment unsuitable for the intervention (dementia score ≤21) * Patient with hearing, vision or communication disabilities * Patients diagnosed with psychiatric |
| Ages | 18 Years to 75 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Lead sponsor | Cyprus Aydin University |
| Locations | Famagusta, Cyprus; Kyrenia, Cyprus; Lefka, Cyprus; Nicosia, Cyprus |
| Start date | 2026-04-15 |
| NCT ID | NCT07620990 |
| Official listing | https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT07620990 |