Swedish Massage is a non-pharmacological therapy recommended to reduce muscle cramps for patients with chronic kidney disease during hemodialysis treatment. Aims: To provide a nursing care with Swedish Massage of lower extremities therapy in order to reduce muscle cramps in patients with chronic kidney disease. Methodology: This descriptive study aimed to characterise the use of Swedish massage for alleviating muscle cramps among hemodialysis patients. Results: Mr. A's pain scale score after given Swedish massage decreased from 6 to 1 and Mr. S's score decreased from 4 to 0. Scientific Novelty: It is significant for advancing theoretical understanding. Conclusion: Swedish Massage therapy has been shown to alleviate muscle cramps.
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