Needles or breathwork? study tests two natural ways to lower blood pressure in pregnancy
NCT ID NCT07478965
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether acupuncture or deep breathing exercises could help lower blood pressure in pregnant women with hypertension during their third trimester. Forty women aged 25-35 took part. The goal was to find safe, non-drug options for managing high blood pressure in pregnancy.
What this could mean
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Active substance
acupuncture (fine needles) and deep breathing exercises
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer pregnant women safe, drug-free options to manage high blood pressure in late pregnancy.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to all pregnant women. The study does not test long-term safety or effects on the baby.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Kerolous Ishak Shehata Kelini
Cairo, Egypt