Pilates or diaphragmatic breathing added to moderate treadmill exercise for people with pre-hypertension.

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This is a three-arm randomized controlled trial enrolling 45 sedentary adults aged 20–55 with pre-hypertension, randomized to treadmill plus Pilates breathing, treadmill plus diaphragmatic breathing, or treadmill alone. Interventions are delivered three times per week for six weeks, with treadmill sessions performed at 55–70% of maximum heart rate and breathing exercises for 10–15 minutes per session. Primary and secondary outcomes including blood pressure, pulmonary function, chest expansion, and quality of life are measured before and after the intervention. Data will be analyzed using standard statistical methods (SPSS) to compare changes between groups.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Prehypertensive individuals (SBP 120-139 mmHg or DBP 80-89 mmHg)
* Age 20-55 years
* Both male and female
* Sedentary individuals according to IPAQ
* Willing to participate and provide informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Diagnosed hypertension (≥140/90 mmHg)
* Cardiopulmonary diseases (COPD, asthma, CAD, heart failure)
* Musculoskeletal conditions preventing exercise
* Neurological disorders
* Pregnancy
* Participation in structured exercise in last 3 months

Where it's running

• Foundation University Islamabad
  Islamabad, Pakistan Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Iqra Zahid, MSPT-CPT
• Email: iqrazahid31801@gmail.com
• Phone: 03310174987

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.