Effects of isometric and aerobic exercise on blood pressure in elderly hypertensive individuals
Effect of Isometric and Aerobic Physical Exercise on Blood Pressure Levels in Hypertensive Elderly People: Randomized Clinical Trial
This study is testing whether doing wall squats or cycling can help lower blood pressure in older adults with high blood pressure.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 36 (estimated) |
| Ages | 60 Years to 75 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Instituto de Cardiologia do Rio Grande do Sul Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Porto Alegre, RS) |
| Trial ID | NCT06282302 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the impact of isometric and aerobic exercise on blood pressure levels in elderly individuals diagnosed with hypertension. Participants aged 60 and older will be randomly assigned to either an isometric exercise group, an aerobic exercise group, or a control group with no exercise. The isometric exercise involves wall squats, while the aerobic exercise consists of cycling on a stationary bike, both performed at moderate intensity. Blood pressure will be monitored over 24 hours before and after the exercise sessions to assess the effectiveness of each intervention.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are elderly individuals aged 60 and above who are hypertensive and not regularly engaging in physical exercise.
Not a fit: Patients with diabetes, chronic renal failure, obesity (BMI ≥ 35 kg/m2), coronary artery disease, heart failure, lower limb injuries, or those who smoke may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide new insights into effective exercise regimens for managing hypertension in elderly patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown positive outcomes with aerobic exercise in managing hypertension, but the effects of isometric exercise in this demographic are less established, making this approach somewhat novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Hypertensive elderly; * Both genders; * Aged ≥ 60 years; * Hypertensive patients on continuous use of antihypertensive medication; * Hypertensive who did not practice physical exercise regularly (≥ 2 sessions per week). Exclusion Criteria: * Those who presented one of the following issues will be excluded: * Diabetes mellitus; * Chronic renal failure; * Body mass index (BMI) ≥ 35 kg/m2; * Coronary artery disease; * Heart failure; * Any injury to the lower limbs; * Smokers.
Where this trial is running
Porto Alegre, RS
- Institute of Cardiology — Porto Alegre, Rs, Brazil (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Lidiane P Stochero — University Foundation of Cardiology
- Study coordinator: LIDIANE PAIVA STOCHERO P STOCHERO, higher
- Email: lidistochero3@gmail.com
- Phone: 5554981301920
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.