High Blood Pressure which is prevalent widely in India & around the globe, may be a precursor of Heart Disease, Stroke, Kidney failure and other diseases. 1/3rd of patients with high blood pressure in India don't know that they are suffering from this condition!
There is a close relationship between not getting enough exercise on regular basis and developing High Blood Pressure. There is a tendency for blood pressure to increase with age, and getting proper exercise can make a huge difference in this regard. If you are already suffering from high blood pressure, daily exercise can help you control it.
HYPERTENSION REHABILITATION program at Mission Health can be an effective way to control High Blood Pressure or prevent it from rising as you age. Our specialized program is performed under the Cardiac Physiotherapist, includes Aerobics, Strength, Endurance, and flexibility drills to have a positive impact on your blood pressure and help you lead a healthy lifestyle.
This wonderful concept of “Exercising the Hypertensive” with constant Blood Pressure and Heart Rate monitoring helps in controlling the High Blood Pressure in addition to the medicines patients are taking.
Evidence states that regular Cardiovascular Conditioning provides a prudent first line of defense to treat mild to moderate Hypertension. Systolic and Diastolic Blood Pressure can be decreased by 6 to 10 mmHg in just one session with systemic, individualized, and monitored cardiovascular conditioning. If this continues for 6 to 12 months, the set point of Blood Pressure itself changes.
Here, Exercise Intensity is a major consideration, as even a brisk walking program may not provide a satisfactory stimulus to evoke a Hypertensive Effect!