Jurnal Medika · Apr 2, 2026
Implementation of Hypertension Exercise as a Nonpharmacological Intervention Based on Body Movement Therapy for Blood Pressure Control in the Community
By Purwanti TF, Sutisna MI, Azzahra NP et al.
Hypertension is a chronic noncommunicable disease characterized by elevated blood pressure ≥140/90 mmHg and is one of the leading causes of premature death worldwide according to WHO. Globally, the number of people with hypertension reached approximately 1.4 billion in 2024, with most from low- to middle-income countries. In Indonesia, hypertension remains a dominant risk factor for death, while many cases remain undetected. Hypertension control relies not only on medication but also requires sustained nonpharmacological approaches such as body movement therapy. This case study aims to describe the implementation of hypertension exercise as a form of movement therapy to help lower blood pressure and improve peripheral perfusion in the community. The research method used a community nursing care approach involving four older women with hypertension accompanied by complaints of dizziness, tingling, and cold extremities. The intervention was conducted over three consecutive days through health education, hemodynamic monitoring, circulatory care, and hypertension exercise for 20-30 minutes per day. The results showed a gradual reduction in blood pressure, warm extremities, capillary refill <3 seconds, and reduced symptoms. Hypertension exercise was proven effective in lowering blood pressure, improving circulation, and increasing patients' understanding of hypertension management at the community level.