Physical function and body composition in kidney transplant recipients over time with physiotherapy intervention

Introduction: The long-term usage of immunosuppressants post-kidney transplantation often results in adverse effects such as weight gain, osteoporosis and an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases. Physical activity has been shown to have a protective effect against these adverse effects. This pa...

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Main Authors: Katherin Shilin Huang, Sophia Chen Hui Cheah, Terence Yi-Shern Kee, Cindy Li Whye Ng
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SAGE Publishing 2015-12-01
Series:Proceedings of Singapore Healthcare
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1177/2010105815611817