Effects of Acupuncture Versus Deep Breathing Exercises on Hypertensive Pregnant Women in the Third Trimester

investigate the effect of diaphragmatic deep breathing exercises versus acupuncture hypertensive adults This study is expected to provide significant health benefits for pregnant females in the third trimester suffering from hypertension.

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Key information

Conditions

Hypertension ,Pregnancy Cardiovascular Diseases Female Urogenital Diseases and Pregnancy Complications Hypertension Hypertension, Pregnancy-Induced Pregnancy Complications Urogenital Diseases Vascular Diseases

Age range

25 year–35 year

Sex eligibility

Female

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Kerolous Ishak Shehata Kelini

Cairo, Egypt

About this study

The study contributes to lowering the risk of hypertension complications in the pregnant women in the third trimester through a study investigate the effect of diaphragmatic deep breathing exercises versus acupuncture on prehypertensive or hypertensive adults

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

pregnant women in the third trimester
suffering from hypertension
age ranged between 25-35

Exclusion criteria

Uncontrolled diabetes
Rhumatoid arthritis
Any respiratory disease like athma
osteoporosis
Any kind of infection

Treatment and study plan

acupuncture

Device

traditional Chinese medicine practice that involves inserting fine needles into specific points on the body to promote healing and balance.

Deep Breathing Exercise

Other

Deep breathing exercises can significantly reduce stress and anxiety, improve focus, and enhance overall well-being.

Primary outcomes

Blood pressure

Time frame: 2 weeks

A sphygmomanometer is an instrument used to measure blood pressure. Normally value ranged from 100-140 on systole and 60-90 on diastole An inflatable cuff that wraps around the upper arm. A measuring unit, which can be a mercury manometer or an aneroid gauge, that records the pressure.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

October 6 University

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Effects of Acupuncture Versus Deep Breathing Exercises on Hypertensive Pregnant Women in the Third Trimester. A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Important dates

Study start: 2025
Primary completion: 2025
Study completion: 2026
First posted: Mar 18, 2026
Registry last updated: Mar 23, 2026

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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