Alternate nostril breathing plus aerobic interval exercise for high blood pressure
Combined Effects of Alternate Nostril Breathing and Aerobic Interval Training on Blood Pressure and Heart Rate Products in Patients With Hypertension
This will test whether adding alternate nostril breathing to aerobic interval training lowers blood pressure and heart workload in adults aged 25–50 with hypertension.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 36 (estimated) |
| Ages | 25 Years to 50 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Foundation University Islamabad Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Rawalpindi) |
| Trial ID | NCT07177989 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This interventional study enrolls adults 25–50 with stage 1–2 hypertension and randomizes them to aerobic interval training with or without alternate nostril breathing. Participants attend supervised exercise and breathing sessions at Foundation University College of Physical Therapy in Islamabad. Primary outcomes include changes in systolic and diastolic blood pressure and rate pressure product, with secondary measures including quality of life. Baseline screening excludes smokers, pregnant women, active infections, and those with musculoskeletal or neurological limitations or contraindications to exercise.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 25–50 with stage 1 or 2 hypertension who can safely perform aerobic interval exercise and follow breathing instructions.
Not a fit: People who smoke, are pregnant, have active infections, musculoskeletal or neurological problems limiting exercise, or other contraindications to exercise are unlikely to benefit from or be eligible for this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the combination could offer a low-cost, nonpharmacologic way to lower blood pressure and reduce cardiac workload while improving quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Prior research shows aerobic interval training and alternate nostril breathing individually can lower blood pressure, but their combined effect has not been well studied.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged 25- 50 years -males and females * Patients diagnosed with stage 1 hypertension 130 - 139 / 80 - 89 mmHg and stage 2 hypertension, BP level ≥140/90 mmHg. according to AHA/ACC 2017 Guidelines-Individuals who are able to understand and follow the instructions for exercise Exclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed with any current infections * subjects with diagnosed musculoskeletal or neurological conditions which hinder participation in physical activity program * Active Smokers * Those with any contraindication to exercise testing or training. * Pregnant females
Where this trial is running
Rawalpindi
- Foundation University College of Physical Therapy, Islamabad, 44000 — Rawalpindi, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Sameen Fatima, DPT
- Email: sameenfatimaniazi@gmail.com
- Phone: 03335169660
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.