O efeito do treinamento aeróbico no controle da hipertensão Arterial de idosos – estudo de revisão

Abstract

Hypertension is one of the most common chronic diseases among the elderly, increasing the risk of cardiovascular complications. This study explores the efficacy of aerobic exercise in controlling blood pressure in hypertensive older adults, highlighting the importance of non-pharmacological interventions. OBJECTIVES: The general objective of this work is to evaluate the impact of regular aerobic exercise on the reduction of blood pressure in hypertensive elderly individuals. METHODOLOGY: The research was conducted through a literature review, encompassing 15 published studies that investigated the effects of aerobic exercise in elderly individuals with hypertension. The analysis techniques included statistical interpretation of the data and comparison of results among the different studies. RESULTS: The data analysis revealed that regular aerobic exercise is associated with a significant reduction in both systolic and diastolic blood pressure. Furthermore, an improvement in functional capacity and quality of life among the participating elderly individuals was observed. The results indicate that the proposed objectives were achieved, demonstrating the efficacy of exercise in managing hypertension. CONCLUSION: The study concludes that aerobic exercise should be incorporated as a fundamental strategy in the treatment approach for hypertension in the elderly. Tailoring physical activities according to the individual characteristics of patients is crucial to maximizing the benefits for cardiovascular health and quality of life in this population. KEYWORDS: hypertension, elderly, aerobic exercise, cardiovascular health, quality of life.