Clinical trial for Hypertension
Official title Feasibility of a Community-Integrated Isometric Handgrip Exercise Program and Its Preliminary Effects on Blood Pressure and Cognitive Function in Older Adults
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07648498
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether a short handgrip exercise program is practical and can change blood pressure and thinking in older adults.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you are an older adult with high blood pressure.
- What's involved
- You will be picked by chance to use one of two handgrip devices. You will do supervised handgrip squeezes twice a week for four weeks. You will have blood pressure and thinking tests before and after the program.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts about four weeks with two visits each week and a start and end check‑in.
- Time commitment: about 4 weeks
Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 65 and older
You may be able to join if
- 65 years of age or older
- Currently attending the Physical Activity Centre of Excellence at McMaster University
- English speaking
- Diagnosed with hypertension or elevated blood pressure
You likely can't join if
- Current or prior participation in chronic isometric exercise
- Unstable angina.
- Uncontrolled hypertension
- Uncontrolled heart failure and/or arrhythmias
- Recent myocardial infarction or electrocardiography changes
- Complete heart block
See the full eligibility criteria
- 65 years of age or older
- Currently attending the Physical Activity Centre of Excellence at McMaster University
- English speaking
- Diagnosed with hypertension or elevated blood pressure
- Current or prior participation in chronic isometric exercise
- Unstable angina.
- Uncontrolled hypertension
- Uncontrolled heart failure and/or arrhythmias
- Recent myocardial infarction or electrocardiography changes
- Complete heart block
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Arthritis that may be aggravated by handgrip exercise
- Changes to the type and/or dose of blood pressure medications within 3 months of starting the study.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The study runs about 4 weeks per participant, based on its public description. The team confirms the exact schedule and number of visits before you enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 65 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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