Penerapan Hydroterapi Rendam Kaki Air Hangat dengan Campuran Garam terhadap Perubahan Tekanan Darah pada Pasien Hipertensi

Juwita Floriantrista (Universitas Katolik Musi Charitas)
Bangun Dwi Hardika (Universitas Katolik Musi Charitas)
Novita Anggraini (Universitas Katolik Musi Charitas)

Detector: Jurnal Inovasi Riset Ilmu Kesehatan
Vol. 4 No. 3 (2026): Jurnal Inovasi Riset Ilmu Kesehatan

Hypertension is a non-communicable disease characterized by blood pressure of ≥140/90 mmHg and is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Warm water foot soak therapy with salt is a non-pharmacological intervention that may help reduce blood pressure by promoting relaxation and improving blood circulation. This study aimed to analyze the implementation of Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) of warm water foot soak therapy with salt in reducing blood pressure among patients with hypertension. This study employed a descriptive case study design involving three patients with hypertension. The intervention was administered for 15–20 minutes once daily for three consecutive days. The results showed that all participants (100%) experienced a reduction in blood pressure. Systolic blood pressure decreased by 6.8%–8.5%, while diastolic blood pressure decreased by 7.0%–16.3%. In addition, participants reported reduced dizziness and neck pain, along with improved knowledge of hypertension management. Warm water foot soak therapy with salt can be used as an adjunctive non-pharmacological intervention to help control blood pressure in patients with hypertension.