Background; Elevated blood pressure in the elderly warrants attention as uncontrolled blood pressure can increase the risk of cardiovascular disorders. Hypertension management can be achieved through pharmacoogical or non-pharmacological inteventions. One simple intervention is soaking the feet in warm water with added salt. Objective; This study aimed to observe changes in blood pressure among elderly individuals with hypertension following a warm water and salt foot soak intervention in RT 05 RW 27, Guwosari Village, Jebres District, Surakarta City. Methods; A descriptive case study design was employed involving two elderly with hypertension. The foot soak procedure involved using water at a temperature of 38°-40°C with added salt for 15 minutes. The intervention was administreted three times a week, with a two-day interval between sessions. Results; Mrs.S’s blood pressure decreased from 158/97 mmHg to 151/90 mmHg, while Mrs.W blood pressure decrease from 157/99 mmHg to 149/92 mmHg. Conclusion; Soaking the feet in warm water with salt can serve as a complementary measure to help lower blood pressure in elderly individuals with hypertension. This intervention is simple and suitable for home-based care.
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