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Blood Pressure Control in Older Adults With Hypertension Through Group Activity Therapy (TAK) Using Hypertension Exercises at Suwawa Community Health Center
By Purwanto E, Jumatrin NF, Tuki Y et al.
Hypertension is a major health challenge for older adults because of the high risk of cardiovascular complications. In Gorontalo Province, the prevalence of hypertension among older adults aged 60 years and above is estimated to reach 65% to 70%. This significant figure indicates the need for sustainable and accessible nonpharmacological interventions at the community level. This community service activity aimed to control blood pressure, increase physical fitness, and improve the quality of life of older adults through Group Activity Therapy (TAK) in the form of hypertension exercises. The activity was conducted in the service area of Suwawa Community Health Center, involving 15 older adults as participants. The intervention consisted of health education and the practice of hypertension exercises comprising light aerobic movements. The movements were specifically designed not to burden the cardiovascular system while still providing an optimal physiological stimulus. Participants' blood pressure was measured before (pre-test) and after (post-test) the intervention to assess the effectiveness of the activity. Implementation of the community service activity showed a positive response from participants. The evaluation results recorded a reduction in average blood pressure in all participants after performing hypertension exercises compared with their condition before the intervention. In addition to physiological effects, this group activity also increased social interaction among older adults. Group Activity Therapy through hypertension exercises is effective in lowering blood pressure in older adults. This program is recommended for routine implementation as part of health self-management in the community.