Compression Stockings for Prevention of Hemodialysis Muscle Cramps

The Role of Using Elastic Compression Stockings in the Prevention of Muscles Cramps Episode in Patients Undergoing Hemodialysis: A Randomized Controlled Trial

the Objectives of this clinical trial is :

1. examine the effect of using elastic compression stockings in the prevention of muscle cramps among hemodialysis patients.
2. Find out the difference between the effect of compression stockings in the prevention of muscle cramps with patients' sociodemographic and clinical data.

Intradialytic muscles cramps are frequent complication, and common cause of early hemodialysis (HD) termination. These cramps are thought to be precipitated by intradialytic venous stasis and reduced tissue perfusion. Elastic compression stockings (ECS), compress the calf and thigh to counteract venous pooling, and increase venous return.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Those who are at least eighteen years old.
• Both genders (male & female).
• Patients who are conscious and cooperative.
• Patients experiencing muscle cramps during previous hemodialysis session.
• Patients who would like to participate in part in the study .
• Patients with verbally communicated skills.