Comparing Muscle Strength, Physical Activity, Sleep Quality, and Life Quality in Children and Teens With and Without Chronic Kidney Failure

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are investigating the differences in grip strength, cough strength, physical activity levels, sleep quality, and overall quality of life between children and adolescents with chronic kidney failure and healthy peers. The study aims to better understand how chronic kidney disease affects these important health aspects and seeks to provide a foundation for improved health management for affected children. This observational research compares these two groups to clarify existing knowledge gaps. The study involves two groups one with children and adolescents who have chronic kidney failure and another with healthy children and adolescents. Participants in both groups will undergo face-to-face assessments where grip strength, cough strength, physical activity, sleep quality, and quality of life will be measured during a single session lasting up to about one hour. These evaluations are conducted once per participant to collect comprehensive data. Participants will be involved in clinical assessments and complete questionnaires related to their physical and health status. Researchers will measure the quality of life score as the primary outcome over about one year, along with secondary outcomes like cough strength, hand grip strength, physical activity evaluation, and sleep quality. The study begins in August 2025 and includes children and adolescents aged 8 to 18 years, with participation lasting approximately one year for outcome follow-up.

Physical Impairments in Children With Chronic Renal Failure