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Compares treatment options for Hypertension
Official title Effect of Heated Water-Based Versus Land-Based Exercise Training on Hemodynamic Variables, Functional Capacity and Quality of Life in Older Hypertensive
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07131748
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- BACKGROUND: Physical exercise promotion is one of the main global goals of innumerous health and medical societies for preventing and managing noncommunicable chronic diseases (NCDs), being one of the main therapeutic for the patient with hypertension. Exercise in heated swimming pool has emerged as a potential alternative to physical exercise on the ground for the reduction of blood pressure (BP) of hypertensive patients, however, its effects on BP, as well as hemodynamic, metabolic, inflammatory and functional variables of older individuals with hypertension have not been investigated.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
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Who can take part
Ages 60 and older
You may be able to join if
- \- For the study population, the following will not be included in the study:
- Smokers (avoiding acute effects of smoking on physiological measures);
- Individuals with decompensated cardiovascular disease, thyroid dysfunction and / or inflammatory diseases;
- Unable individuals to perform an exercise program or ergospirometric test due to physical or mental incapacity;
- Individuals with hemodynamic and / or electrocardiographic changes during the ergospirometric test.
You likely can't join if
- For the study population, individuals who have less than 60% adherence to scheduled physical exercise sessions will be excluded during the study.
- Individuals who change or discontinue their clinical and / or pharmacological treatment (with or without a prescription).
See the full eligibility criteria
- \- For the study population, the following will not be included in the study:
- Smokers (avoiding acute effects of smoking on physiological measures);
- Individuals with decompensated cardiovascular disease, thyroid dysfunction and / or inflammatory diseases;
- Unable individuals to perform an exercise program or ergospirometric test due to physical or mental incapacity;
- Individuals with hemodynamic and / or electrocardiographic changes during the ergospirometric test.
- Only individuals older than 60 years, with a diagnosis of SAH for more than 6 months (stage 1 or 2), using antihypertensive medication (office BP less than 140/90 mmHg) and without medication change for at least 2...
- For the study population, individuals who have less than 60% adherence to scheduled physical exercise sessions will be excluded during the study.
- Individuals who change or discontinue their clinical and / or pharmacological treatment (with or without a prescription).
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Bauru, São Paulo, Brazil
Compensation & support
A stipend or compensation may be offered.
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
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Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 60 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Bauru, São Paulo, Brazil. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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