Brief Exercise for Blood Pressure Management
The Effects of Brief Periods of Exercise on Blood Pressure
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Hypertension (HTN)
Pre Hypertension
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
Healthy Volunteers Welcome
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 – 55
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Prevention
- Participants needed
- 45 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- University of Hartford · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for adults aged 18 to 55 with high blood pressure. Participants will engage in short periods of exercise to see how it affects their blood pressure.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I am between 18 and 55 years old.
- I have an average blood pressure above 110/70 mmHg but less than 160 systolic.
- I can give my informed consent.
You may not be able to join if
- I am currently taking blood pressure medication.
- I smoke or drink alcohol.
- I cannot participate in exercises.
- I have heart disease.
- I have had a stroke.
- I am pregnant or breastfeeding.
- I have allergies to blood pressure cuff materials or ultrasound gel.
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
High blood pressure is a common medical condition that affects the body's arteries. It's also called hypertension. Untreated hypertension increases the risk of heart attack, stroke and other serious health problems. Exercise is a promising tool in hypertension management. Regular participation in exercise improves vascular health, heart and lung function, and multisystem health. However, the direc…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* 18-55 yrs.
* 24 hour average BP \>110/70 mmHg, but \< 160 systolic blood pressure
* Able to provide informed consent
Exclusion Criteria:
* Currently taking anti-hypertensive medication smokers and alcohol drinkers Inability to undertake exercise intervention (resistance and …
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