The study aimed to evaluate the effect of Pilates exercises on restless leg syndrome, functional capacity and physical self-perception among older adult undergoing hemodialysis. participants are 60 elderly patients both male and female who undergoing maintenance hemodialysis.
• Age of ≥ 65 years old,
A History of hemodialysis treatment two to three times per week for at least six months,
Interest in participation,
Being able to move independently and with a physical condition certified by a physician to play the sport, with no myocardial infarction or surgery in the past six months of the study.
Three or more absences in exercise sessions;
Being a habitual Pilates practitioner;
Detection of reduced exercise tolerance, including tachycardia, shortness of breath, and feeling too tired or weak;
Peritoneal dialysis during the study; and other concurrent clinical conditions, such as cardio-respiratory problems reported by physician and/or patients