Isometric exercise for high blood pressure and artery health
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests whether a specific type of exercise (isometric exercise) can help slow down the buildup of plaque in arteries (atherosclerosis) in people with high blood pressure. Participants will do the exercise while keeping their blood pressure medication the same, and will be checked with ultrasound and blood pressure monitoring over about 6 months to a year.
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Who can take part
- Be 18 years or older
- Have systolic blood pressure between 135-160 mmHg despite being on medication
- Be willing to keep your blood pressure medication unchanged for about 6 months
- Be willing to undergo blood pressure monitoring and ultrasound scans at the start, 6 months, and possibly at 1 year
- Not have severe knee osteoarthritis or certain heart conditions (like atrial fibrillation or unstable angina)
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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