Relaxation boosts exercise benefits for high blood pressure

NCT ID NCT06997445

Completed Disease control Sponsor: Foundation University Islamabad Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether adding a muscle relaxation technique to aerobic exercise improves heart and lung health more than exercise alone in people with stage 1 hypertension. Forty adults aged 18-45 participated. The relaxation group did 15 minutes of progressive muscle relaxation plus 30 minutes of aerobic exercise, while the control group did only aerobic exercise. Researchers measured blood pressure, heart rate, breathing rate, and quality of life.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Jacobson's progressive muscle relaxation technique and aerobic exercise
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a simple, drug-free way to help manage early high blood pressure.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early study with only 40 participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and the effects might be modest.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

essential hypertension hypertensive disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

HYPERTENSION

Contacts and locations

Locations

Foundation University College of Physical Therapy, Islamabad, 44000

Islamabad, 44000, Pakistan

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