Mindful walking to help Black women lower high blood pressure
Proof of Concept Trial of a Mindful Walking Intervention for Black Women with Hypertension
This study is exploring a mindful walking program made just for Black women with high blood pressure to help them feel less stressed and get more active, while also learning about their experiences and any challenges they face in staying healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Connecticut Storrs NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Storrs-Mansfield, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10949704 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates a mindful walking program specifically designed for Black women with hypertension. The program aims to reduce stress and increase physical activity, which are crucial for managing blood pressure. By using technology to deliver the intervention, the study will gather insights from participants about their experiences and barriers to physical activity. The approach is culturally tailored, taking into account the unique challenges faced by Black women in maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Black women aged 21 and older who have hypertension and are not meeting physical activity guidelines.
Not a fit: Patients who are not Black women or those who do not have hypertension may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to effective strategies for lowering blood pressure and improving overall health in Black women.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that culturally tailored interventions can effectively improve health outcomes in specific populations, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Storrs-Mansfield, United States
- University of Connecticut Storrs — Storrs-Mansfield, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kalinowski, Jolaade — University of Connecticut Storrs
- Study coordinator: Kalinowski, Jolaade
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.