The Effect of Applying Hypertension Exercises on The Elderly: Literature Review

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the effect of hypertension exercise intervention on blood pressure reduction in the elderly through the literature review method. This method is done by collecting, evaluating, and synthesizing relevant research results from various sources such as scientific journals, research articles, and previous study reports. Data were obtained from online databases such as PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar with inclusion criteria in the form of studies that used experimental or quasi-experimental designs, focused on the elderly, and evaluated the effect of hypertension exercises on blood pressure. The results of the review showed that hypertension exercises consistently have a positive effect on reducing systolic and diastolic blood pressure in the elderly, especially if performed regularly and over a period of time. In conclusion, hypertension exercises can be recommended as a non-pharmacological intervention for the management of hypertension in the elderly.