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Peritoneal dialysis（PD） patients often face challenges related to reduced physical activity and psychological distress, which can significantly impact their quality of life and clinical outcomes. While previous studies have highlighted the general benefits of physical activity in chronic kidney disease populations, limited research has specifically examined the interplay between physical activity levels and psychological status (e.g., anxiety and depression) in PD patients. This study aims to investigate the current status of physical activity and psychological mood in PD patients and analyze their correlation.
A convenience sampling method was used to select 122 PD patients who attended follow-up visits at a tertiary hospital nephrology department in Fuzhou, China, from October 2024 to February 2025. The cohort included 64 males and 58 females, with an average age of 53.42 ± 7.11 years. Inclusion criteria: (1) age ≥ 18 years; (2) PD treatment duration ≥ 6 months; (3) ability to complete questionnaires independently or with assistance. Exclusion criteria: (1) severe complications such as heart failure or severe infections; (2) combined PD and hemodialysis; (3) limb paralysis or mental disorders. Data were collected using a general information questionnaire, the International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form (IPAQ-SF), the Self-Rating Anxiety Scale (SAS), and the Self-Rating Depression Scale (SDS). Questionnaires were distributed and collected via an online platform (Questionnaire Star). After obtaining ethical approval and informed consent, researchers assisted patients in completing the questionnaires when necessary.
Among the 122 PD patients, none exhibited high physical activity levels, 23 (18.9%) had moderate levels, and 99 (81.1%) had low levels. The mean SAS and SDS scores were 46.20 ±10.34 and 50.10 ± 11.20, respectively. Pearson correlation analysis revealed that physical activity levels were negatively correlated with anxiety (r = -0.776, P < 0.05) and depression scores (r = -0.817, P< 0.05).
PD patients exhibited low physical activity levels and poor psychological status, with a positive correlation between the two. Social relationships and interactions mediated the link between physical activity and mental health, as higher activity levels promoted social engagement and improved psychological well-being. In addition to focusing on procedural training for patients, healthcare providers should also pay attention to their physical activity levels. Enhancing patients' physical activity is a critical component of comprehensive management for peritoneal dialysis patients. Healthcare providers should encourage appropriate physical activity to alleviate anxiety and depression in PD patients. For peritoneal dialysis patients, the timing of exercise and core strength training should be carefully tailored based on factors such as the surgical method of PD catheter placement, individual baseline health status, and symptom severity. A reasonable and personalized exercise plan, including an exercise prescription and specific precautions, is recommended to ensure safety and efficacy.
