Borneo Nursing Journal · Nov 9, 2026
Effectiveness of Hypertension Exercise in Lowering Blood Pressure in Older Adults with Hypertension
By Melizza N, Melizza N
Hypertension is one of the health problems that commonly occur in older adults and can increase the risk of various complications. Blood pressure can be controlled through pharmacological and nonpharmacological therapies, including physical activity in the form of hypertension exercise. Hypertension exercise can help improve blood circulation, maintain cardiovascular function, and help control blood pressure when performed regularly. The objective of this study was to determine the effectiveness of hypertension exercise in lowering blood pressure in older adults with hypertension. This study used a case study design with a nursing care process approach. Study participants were selected using purposive sampling. The hypertension exercise intervention was conducted for 4 weeks at a frequency of 2 times a week and a duration of 30 minutes per session, consisting of a warm-up, main exercises, and a cool-down. Blood pressure was measured before and after exercise using a digital sphygmomanometer. The results showed a decrease in blood pressure after hypertension exercise in each session. Overall, systolic and diastolic blood pressure showed a downward trend after exercise was performed regularly during the intervention period. Hypertension exercise can be used as a nonpharmacological intervention to help lower and control blood pressure in older adults with hypertension.