Squeeze away high blood pressure? handgrip training tested in kidney patients

NCT ID NCT07094906

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Emory University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether doing simple handgrip exercises at home for 8 weeks can lower blood pressure in people with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Researchers will measure changes in resting blood pressure, blood vessel function, and stiffness. The study involves 50 adults aged 45-85 with moderate CKD who do not exercise regularly.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: isometric handgrip exercise training
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help manage blood pressure in people with chronic kidney disease.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study (50 people) testing a behavioral intervention, so results may not be generalizable. The effect on blood pressure may be modest or not clinically significant.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

chronic kidney disease chronic renal failure syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASES

Contacts and locations

Locations

Emory University

Atlanta, Georgia, 30322, United States

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