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Journal : Jurnal Ilmu Kedokteran dan Kesehatan Indonesia

Pengaruh Senam Ergonomik Terhadap Tekanan Darah Lansia Penderita Hipertensi di Kelurahan Gayam Kabupaten Sukoharjo Nur Rohmanni Yuliana; Riyani Wulandari
Jurnal Ilmu Kedokteran dan Kesehatan Indonesia Vol. 5 No. 3 (2025): November : Jurnal Ilmu Kedokteran dan Kesehatan Indonesia
Publisher : Pusat Riset dan Inovasi Nasional

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55606/jikki.v5i3.7837

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Hypertension is a major health problem among the elderly and a significant risk factor for cardiovascular disease. In Central Java, the prevalence of hypertension among the elderly ranked the highest in Indonesia in 2021 at 32.5%, and by 2024, it had markedly increased to 71.47%. This alarming rise highlights the urgent need for effective and practical interventions that can be implemented at the community level. One non-pharmacological intervention that has been shown to help lower blood pressure is ergonomic exercise, a form of physical activity designed to be safe, low-impact, and suitable for older adults. This study aimed to determine the effect of ergonomic exercise on the blood pressure of elderly individuals with hypertension in Gayam Village, Sukoharjo Regency. This research employed a quantitative, pre-experimental design using a one-group pretest–posttest approach. The sample consisted of 17 elderly respondents selected through purposive sampling. Blood pressure measurements were obtained using a sphygmomanometer. The ergonomic exercise intervention was administered three times per week, with each session lasting 23 minutes, over a set intervention period. Data were analyzed using the Wilcoxon signed-rank test to assess differences in systolic and diastolic blood pressure before and after the intervention. The analysis revealed a p-value of 0.000 (p < 0.05), indicating a statistically significant reduction in blood pressure following the exercise program. These findings suggest that ergonomic exercise can effectively reduce blood pressure in elderly individuals with hypertension and may serve as a supportive, low-cost, and easily implemented intervention in community health programs. It is recommended that ergonomic exercise be incorporated into routine elderly health promotion activities to help control hypertension and improve overall cardiovascular health.
Pengaruh Spiritual Emotional Freedom Technique (SEFT) terhadap Tekanan darah pada Lansia dengan Hipertensi Aminatun Indah Kumalasari; Riyani Wulandari
Jurnal Ilmu Kedokteran dan Kesehatan Indonesia Vol. 5 No. 3 (2025): November : Jurnal Ilmu Kedokteran dan Kesehatan Indonesia
Publisher : Pusat Riset dan Inovasi Nasional

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55606/jikki.v5i3.7930

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The global elderly population (>60 years) has reached 1.4 billion, with a high vulnerability to cardiovascular disease, including hypertension, which affects approximately 1.28 billion individuals worldwide. Hypertension in the elderly is often chronic and requires long-term management, both pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches. While antihypertensive medications have proven effective, long-term side effects can include kidney disorders, electrolyte imbalances, and decreased quality of life due to drug dependence. Therefore, the development of non-invasive, affordable, and low-risk alternative interventions is crucial. One non-pharmacological approach currently being studied is the Spiritual Emotional Freedom Technique (SEFT), an emotional healing method that combines spiritual elements, positive affirmations, and stimulation of the body's meridian points. SEFT works through the autonomic nervous system and is believed to reduce psychological stress that contributes to high blood pressure. This therapy is easy to learn, can be performed independently, and does not require special equipment, making it highly suitable for use in elderly communities with limited access to advanced medical services. The purpose of this study was to determine the impact of SEFT therapy on blood pressure in hypertensive elderly people at the Nakula Elderly Integrated Health Post (Posyandu). This study also aims to provide a scientific basis for developing a spiritual and emotional-based community intervention model to lower blood pressure in the elderly, while supporting a promotive-preventive approach in the primary health care system. Furthermore, it is important to understand that blood pressure in the elderly is influenced not only by physiological factors but also by psychological conditions such as stress, anxiety, and feelings of loneliness, which are common in old age.