Can breathing exercises and pilates help control high blood pressure?
NCT ID NCT07433790
First seen Mar 12, 2026 · Last updated Jun 11, 2026 · Updated 15 times
Summary
This study looked at whether adding specific breathing exercises to mat Pilates can improve heart and lung fitness, reduce shortness of breath, lower stress and anxiety, and boost quality of life in people with stage II high blood pressure. Sixty-three adults aged 40 to 50 took part in six weeks of supervised sessions, three times a week. The goal was to see which breathing method—paced or diaphragmatic—works better alongside Pilates.
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University of Lahore Teaching Hospital
Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan
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