ABSTRACT

Hypertension is blood pressure where the systolic blood pressure is more than
140mmHg and the diastolic pressure is more than 90mmHg. Human blood
pressure naturally fluctuates throughout the day. High blood pressure is also a
problem if the blood pressure is persistent so that the blood pressure strains the
circulatory system and the organs that supply the blood. Objective: This study
aims to determine whether there is effectiveness in providing progressive muscle
relaxation. Results: Based on case studies conducted on two patients, namely
Mrs. L and Mrs. N who has hypertension, that progressive muscle relaxation has
been proven to be effective in reducing blood pressure within 1-3 days, so that the

use of progressive muscle relaxation techniques can be used as a non-
pharmacological technique in reducing blood pressure in hypertensive patients,

besides being easy to do, progressive muscle relaxation also has Very minimal
side effects and can reduce pain and provide a sense of comfort. Conclusion:
provision of progressive muscle relaxation therapy in reducing blood pressure in
patients with hypertension.

Keywords: Hypertension, Progressive Muscle Relaxation, Blood Pressure
Reduction