The Effect of Deep Breath Relaxation Therapy on Lowering Blood Pressure in the Elderly with Hypertension
Keywords:
Blood pressure, Complementary therapy, Deep breath relaxation therapy, Elderly, HypertensionAbstract
Hypertension is a common chronic condition among the elderly and a major risk factor for cardiovascular diseases. Non-pharmacological interventions, such as relaxation therapy, are gaining attention as complementary approaches to blood pressure management. This study aimed to determine the effect of deep breath relaxation therapy on lowering blood pressure in elderly individuals diagnosed with hypertension. A quasi-experimental study with a pre-test and post-test design was conducted involving 40 elderly participants with stage 1–2 hypertension at a community health center. Participants received deep breath relaxation therapy twice daily for 15 minutes over a period of two weeks. Blood pressure was measured before and after the intervention. Data were analyzed using paired t-tests to assess the significance of changes in systolic and diastolic blood pressure. The results showed a statistically significant decrease in both systolic and diastolic blood pressure after the intervention (p < 0.05). The average reduction in systolic pressure was 12 mmHg, while diastolic pressure dropped by 8 mmHg. Participants also reported increased feelings of relaxation and improved sleep quality. Deep breath relaxation therapy is an effective, low-cost, and non-invasive method for reducing blood pressure in elderly hypertensive patients. This technique can be incorporated into community-based hypertension management programs
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