IMPLEMENTASI SENAM ANTI STROKE TERHADAP PENURUNAN TEKANAN DARAH PADA LANSIA DENGAN HIPERTENSI

Hypertension is an increase in systolic blood pressure of at least 140 mmHg or diastolic pressure of 90 mmHg. One of the chronic diseases experienced by elderly individuals is hypertension. In cases of hypertension, it is a crucial phase deserving special attention because it not only significantly increases the risk of heart disease and stroke, but also disorders affecting nerves, kidneys, and blood vessels. Besides medication, non-pharmacological efforts such as anti-stroke exercises, including the study's focus, can help reduce blood pressure. The objective of this case study was to determine the effectiveness of anti-stroke exercises on elderly individuals with hypertension. The study subjects were two elderly individuals from Blora County, gathered through explanatory techniques involving data collection via interviews and observations. There was a decrease in blood pressure observed after three days of anti-stroke exercises. This case study indicates that anti-stroke exercises are effective in reducing blood pressure in the elderly.