Arm cuff therapy could replace pills for mild hypertension

This study tests whether a non-invasive technique called remote ischemic preconditioning (RIPC) can help lower blood pressure in people with mild hypertension. RIPC involves briefly restricting blood flow to an arm using a cuff, which may trigger protective effects. Researchers will measure blood pressure changes over time in 400 participants. If effective, RIPC could offer a drug-free way to manage mild hypertension.