THE EFFECT OF SPORTS IN COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES ON RELIEVING HYPERTENSION

Abstract

Introduction: Studies have shown that different forms of aerobic exercise can lower blood pressure in patients with essential hypertension. Appropriate resistance exercises can also effectively lower blood pressure. Objective: To study the impact of sports on hypertension in colleges and universities. Methods: Several hypertension patients in colleges and universities were selected and randomly divided into two groups. One group (drug-only group) used conventional antihypertensive drugs (nifedipine), while the other (physical exercise group) supplemented drug therapy with physical exercise. There was a comparative analysis of the blood pressure of the two groups of patients. Results: The was a clear effect of sports on the hypertensive patients, with significant differences in the blood pressure reduction of the two groups. Conclusion: Sports can help treat high blood pressure. This method is viable for clinical application. Level of evidence II; Therapeutic studies - investigation of treatment results.