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E-Poster Submission Deadline
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Physical and/or sports activity (PSA) is recognized for improving physical condition, quality of life, and psychosocial well-being in transplant recipients. This study aims to compare the specific characteristics of two profiles of transplant recipients engaged in PSA: those participating in supervised sports activities (Group C1) and those practicing autonomous physical activity (Group C2).
A cross-sectional observational study was conducted between February and April 2025 among 1,242 adult transplant recipients in the South East and North regions in France reporting regular PSA. An anonymized online questionnaire was used to collect sociodemographic data, type of activity and its classification (primary outcome), post-transplant health issues, perceived well-being and health, and the need for support (secondary outcomes).
Among the 280 analyzed responses (101 in C1, 179 in C2), the average age was 55 ±14 years, with 70% male participants. Kidney transplantation accounted for 78%, and the average time since transplantation was 11 ±8 years, with 13% having undergone a second or subsequent transplant.Group C1 (average age 50), younger by 8 years, tends to engage in group and often competitive activities. Group C2 (average age 58) favors more accessible and autonomous activities, such as walking or gentle gymnastics.
Figure: Post-transplant survey – Comparison of supervised vs autonomous practices
Resilience to the various health issues encountered post-transplantation was similarly strong in both groups and rarely hindered physical or sports activity. However, C1 reported more injuries, while C2 reported more fatigue.While the benefits of PSA are widely acknowledged, only 45% of patients received medical recommendations. Additionally, 43% expressed a need for support.
This study highlights the diversity of PSA practices after transplantation, but also the convergence of perceived benefits and the development of resilience. It underscores the importance of personalized support and its integration into therapeutic follow-up. Further studies including sedentary patients and assessing the impact on graft survival are needed.This abstract was submitted to the French SFNDT and SFT congresses at the end of 2025 and is eligible for resubmission.
