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

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

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

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hypertension, pregnancy-induced hypertensive disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Kerolous Ishak Shehata Kelini

    Cairo, Egypt