OS BENEFÍCIOS DO EXERCÍCIO FÍSICO EM PACIENTES COM DOENÇA RENAL CRÔNICA: UMA REVISÃO BIBLIOGRÁFICA

Abstract

The incidence of chronic kidney disease is increasing every year, special attention is needed by the government so that this disease is prevented and treated properly by those who already have the disease. Individuals with chronic renal failure are considered a special group that needs differentiated monitoring when undergoing physical exercise. Chronic kidney disease not only causes physical problems but also psychological problems related to medication and treatment routine that is not very stimulating. The objective of this study is to emphasize the importance of physical exercise for this population. According to the studies addressed in this work, exercise proved to be an ally both in improving mobility and physical conditioning and in improving the self-esteem of patients undergoing hemodialysis treatment.