Effects of a 10-Week Zumba Program in Adults With Hypertension (NCT07735468) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Effects of a 10-Week Zumba Program in Adults With Hypertension
Spain46 participantsStarted 2026-04-27
Plain-language summary
This study aims to evaluate the effects of a 10-week Zumba-based exercise program performed three times per week on blood pressure in adults with hypertension. In addition to the primary outcome of blood pressure, secondary outcomes including medication control, body composition (body weight, body fat percentage, and muscle mass), and psychological outcomes (anxiety, depression, quality of life, emotional well-being, and sleep quality) will be assessed.
Participants will be assigned to either an intervention group, performing the Zumba program, or a control group maintaining their usual lifestyle. Measurements will be conducted at baseline and after the intervention period to determine the effectiveness of the program.
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Clinical diagnosis of hypertension defined as SBP ≥ 130 mmHg and/or DBP ≥ 80 mmHg
* Sedentary behaviour during the past 12 months (no regular structured physical activity)
* Age 18 years or older
* Medical clearance to participate in supervised physical activity
* Not having regularly practised Zumba or other dance disciplines during the previous 12 months
Exclusion Criteria:
* resence of orthopaedic, neurological, or cardiovascular conditions contraindicating exercise
* Unstable or uncontrolled hypertension
* Participation in any other structured exercise programme during the intervention period
* Missing more than 10% of the total sessions (more than 3 sessions)
* Presence of any condition that would prevent safe completion of the programme
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.