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Comparative study of lifestyle interventions on hypertension management in primary care setting
Dhameliya H, Bodake VK, Murade S, Parmar AH, Kamble S
Journal of Cardiovascular Disease Research 2024;15(7):2161-2167
clinical trial
2/10 [Eligibility criteria: No; Random allocation: Yes; Concealed allocation: No; Baseline comparability: No; Blind subjects: No; Blind therapists: No; Blind assessors: No; Adequate follow-up: No; Intention-to-treat analysis: No; Between-group comparisons: Yes; Point estimates and variability: No. Note: Eligibility criteria item does not contribute to total score] *This score has been confirmed*

BACKGROUND: Hypertension is a significant public health challenge globally, affecting millions of individuals. Despite numerous pharmacological treatments, lifestyle interventions remain a cornerstone of hypertension management. METHODS: This study was a randomized controlled trial conducted at a primary care clinic with a sample size of 200 patients diagnosed with hypertension. Participants were randomly assigned to one of two groups: dietary modification and increased physical activity, or standard care. The study duration was 12 months. RESULTS: Both interventions resulted in statistically significant reductions in systolic and diastolic blood pressure. However, the group receiving combined dietary and physical activity interventions showed a more significant reduction compared to the standard care group. CONCLUSION: Lifestyle interventions, specifically a combination of dietary changes and increased physical activity, are effective in managing hypertension in a primary care setting and offer a viable alternative to medication for some patients.

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