Remote exercise program for high blood pressure after birth
Part of Heart & circulation, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial tests a remote physical activity program for women with slightly high blood pressure after giving birth. You may be able to join if you had a baby at Northwestern Medicine 6-12 weeks ago and are not currently in a fitness program.
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Who can take part
- You gave birth at Northwestern Medicine 6 to 12 weeks ago
- Your blood pressure during early pregnancy was slightly high (top number 120-139 or bottom number 80-89)
- You are not very physically active right now
- You can get online at least once a week and have a patient portal account or are willing to set one up
- You are willing to wear a FitBit and speak English or Spanish
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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