Ancient exercise shows promise for blood pressure control

NCT ID NCT05397535

Completed Disease control Sponsor: China National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study looked at whether Baduanjin, a gentle traditional exercise, can help lower blood pressure in people with high-normal readings. Over 200 adults aged 40 and older practiced Baduanjin for at least 30 minutes, five days a week, for a year. Researchers measured blood pressure changes at 12 and 52 weeks to see if this simple routine could be a practical way to manage blood pressure without medication.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Baduanjin exercise
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help control blood pressure and reduce heart disease risk.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study without a placebo control, so results may not be widely applicable. Exercise adherence and lifestyle factors could also affect outcomes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hypertensive disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ELEVATED BLOOD PRESSURE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Fuwai Hospital

Beijing, Beijing Municipality, China

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