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Journal : Lentera Perawat

Application of progressive muscle relaxation therapy to reduce anxiety in clients with hypertension: A case study Fitria, Lailatul; Dewi, Erti Ikhtiarini; Deviantony, Fitrio; Kusumaningsih, Amalia
Lentera Perawat Vol. 6 No. 4 (2025): October - Desember
Publisher : STIKes Al-Ma'arif Baturaja

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52235/lp.v6i4.562

Abstract

Background: Hypertension is frequently associated with psychological disorders, particularly anxiety, which may worsen physiological responses and lead to decreased quality of life. Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) is a non-pharmacological intervention proven to reduce anxiety and enhance psychological and physiological stability among clients with chronic diseases. Objective: This case study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of PMR therapy in reducing anxiety levels in a hypertensive client. Methods: A single-case study design using a nursing care approach was implemented on a client diagnosed with stage 2 hypertension and moderate anxiety based on the Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HARS). PMR therapy was performed once daily for five consecutive days, supported by assessments through interviews, observation, vital sign monitoring, and HARS evaluation. Results: The client demonstrated a decrease in anxiety level from moderate (HARS score: 17) to mild (HARS score: 13) after five therapy sessions. Additional improvements were noted in sleep duration, perceived relaxation, and blood pressure stability. The client became able to independently perform PMR beginning on day three. Conclusion: Progressive Muscle Relaxation therapy demonstrated a positive impact on reducing anxiety among hypertensive clients when practiced consistently and systematically. PMR may be recommended as a complementary nursing intervention in community settings to improve psychological well-being and prevent hypertension-related complications. Further studies using larger sample sizes are recommended to strengthen generalizability.
Co-Authors Adela Qiyas Aulawi Adhelia Reisa Zalsabilla Adzahri, Hasbi Asyidiq Agustin, Nanda Leoni Ahmad Muizzulhafiidh Ahsan Ahsan Ahsan Ahsan Aindani, Rafelina Putri Alfia Andriyani Alifia Marcheilla Yulfansha Amalia Kusumaningsih Amalia Kusumaningsih Anggalia N Aura Najwa Salasabila Azizah, Lia Balgis, An'nisha Rachmatika Benaya Sriharja Bunga, Adelia Dhimas Anggi Septiansyah Dini Kurniawati Dini Kurniawati Efendi, Melani Adelia Eka Afdi Septiyono Emi Wuri Wuriyaningsih Emi Wuri Wuryaningsih Endah Luthfiana Sari Enggal Hadi Kurniyawan Erlando, Robby Prihadi Aulia Erti I Dewi Erti Ikhtiarini Dewi Erti Ikhtiarini Dewi Erti Ikhtiarini Dewi Fahruddin Kurdi Fatimatus Zahro, Fatimatus Febrianty, Dyta Fitria, Lailatul Gani, Amelinda Nasywa Filial Geldine Raudina Freshta Delendra Grysha Viofananda Hamzah, Rizqi Bachtiar Hanny Rasni Hariyanti, Fajar Dini Ikhtiarini Dewi, Erti Ilzam Suji Ajikumoro Kaniya, Nurul Kushariyadi Kusumaningsih, Amalia Latifa Aini Susumaningrum Lestari, Aynuning Hadi Luh Putu Ratna Sundari Mochamad Riko Saputra Muhammad Ashari Mulia Hakam Murtaqib Murtaqib Nabila Ita Nabila Nadhifa Eriyanti Nanda Leoni Agustin Nindy arum setianing putri Nirwanawati, Salwa Nugroho Dwi Susilowati Nur Widayati Nurul Hidayah Oktaviana Dwi Kartikasari Popi Dyah Putri Kartika Primasari Mahardhika Rahmawati Purwita Lestari Ramadhani, Adinda Nasywa Ramadina, Putri Dwi Riski Hidayaturrohkim Rismawan Adi Yunanto Santoso, Sofi Fitriyah Setyoadi Setyoadi Setyoadi Setyoadi Siswoyo Sofi Fitriyah Santoso Sofiatun Sofiatun Sofiatun Syamsul Arifin Tantut Susanto Tantut Susanto Tri Pramesuari, Ni Komang Vania Putri Widiagma Wantiyah Wantiyah Winda Kusumawardani Wiwin Handayani Wiwit Ulansari Wuri Wuryaningsih, Emi Yeni Fitria Yeni Fitria Yeni Fitria Yuni Puji Lestari