Exercise for High Blood Pressure in Teens
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
The goal of this study is to compare two types of exercises, isometric exercise (like squats and planks) and aerobic exercise (such as running), to see which one is more effective at improving blood pressure in teenagers aged 13 to 17.5 years.The main question the study aims to answer is:- Do the effects of one session of isometric exercise on the blood pressure of adolescents compare to the effects of one session of aerobic exercise?Adolescents with overweight or obesity may qualify for this study. Participants will be randomly assigned to either a single session of isometric exercise or a single session of aerobic exercise.* Participants will attend 3 study visits in total.* Study visits should be completed within 4 weeks of enrollment.* At the initial visit, samples (example: blood) will be collected and body measurements will be taken.* Participants will be asked to answer questionnaires (diet, growth, and others)* At visit 2, participants will have their blood pressure measured using a 24 hour blood pressure monitor.* At visit 3, participants will participate in a single session of either aerobic or isometric exercise. They will wear a 24-hour blood pressure monitor immediately after the exercise session.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial does not specify if you need to stop taking your current medications, but it requires that high blood pressure is treated with lifestyle changes only, not medication. If you are on medication for high blood pressure, you may not be eligible to participate.
Is exercise safe for managing high blood pressure in teens?
How does the treatment of aerobic and isometric exercise for high blood pressure in teens differ from other treatments?
This treatment is unique because it uses physical activity, specifically aerobic and isometric exercises, to lower blood pressure without medication. Aerobic exercise is widely recommended for its effectiveness in reducing blood pressure, while isometric exercise is less commonly used but has shown potential benefits in recent studies.56789
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment for high blood pressure in teens?
Who Is on the Research Team?
Eva C Diaz, MD
Principal Investigator
Arkansas Children's Nutrition Center
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
The BEE-Power Study is for teenagers aged 13 to 17.5 with high blood pressure, aiming to see if one session of isometric (like squats) or aerobic exercise (such as running) can improve their condition. Participants will have three study visits over four weeks, including exercises, questionnaires, and blood pressure monitoring.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Baseline Assessment
Initial visit where samples are collected, body measurements are taken, and questionnaires are completed
Blood Pressure Monitoring
Participants have their blood pressure measured using a 24-hour blood pressure monitor
Exercise Intervention
Participants engage in a single session of either aerobic or isometric exercise, followed by 24-hour blood pressure monitoring
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after the exercise intervention
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Aerobic exercise
- Isometric exercise
Aerobic exercise is already approved in United States, European Union, Canada for the following indications:
- Rehabilitation after stroke
- Improvement of physical function
- Enhancement of cognitive function
- Reduction of depression
- Cardiovascular rehabilitation
- Improvement of physical function
- Enhancement of cognitive function
- Rehabilitation after stroke
- Improvement of physical function
- Enhancement of cognitive function
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Arkansas Children's Hospital Research Institute
Lead Sponsor