Universidade Federal De Santa Catarina
Clinical trials sponsored by Universidade Federal De Santa Catarina, explained in plain language.
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Squeeze away hypertension? handgrip training shows promise
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether doing a simple handgrip squeezing exercise three times a week for 24 weeks could lower blood pressure in people with hypertension. 139 adults with controlled high blood pressure took part. The goal was to see if this easy exercise could help manage blood…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Two or three workouts a week? study finds best exercise dose for seniors at risk
Prevention CompletedThis study looked at how often older adults with heart disease risk factors should exercise to improve fitness and blood pressure. Twenty-two participants did combined training either twice or three times a week for 12 weeks. The goal was to see which frequency worked better for …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Pole dance slashes blood pressure in just one session
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a single 60-minute pole dance class could lower blood pressure in 21 young women with normal blood pressure. Participants had their blood pressure measured before, right after, and up to 45 minutes after the class. Results showed a drop in blood pressure…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC