Am J Cardiol July 2017 PMID 28502461

Meta-Analysis of Effects of Voluntary Slow Breathing Exercises for Control of Heart Rate and Blood Pressure in Patients With Cardiovascular Diseases.

Yan Zou, Xin Zhao, Yun-Ying Hou, Ting Liu, Qing Wu, Yu-Hui Huang, Xiao-Hua Wang

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The collective social discussions reflect general support with mentions of the research's potential benefits, exemplified by posts recognizing slow breathing as a 'non-medical' method to reduce blood pressure, while others simply share the publication or promote quick solutions, indicating moderate agreement, interest, and impact with a focus on practical applications and basic awareness.

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Most discussions acknowledge the positive findings of the meta-analysis regarding slow breathing exercises, although some posts like the videos seem to promote alternative methods or simplistic solutions.

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The interest level is moderate, with posts expressing curiosity about the research but also sharing unrelated content like quick remedies for high blood pressure, indicating mixed engagement.

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The overall impact is portrayed as moderate; the research is seen as potentially useful, but many posts focus on quick fixes or reposting the study without discussing broader implications.

Abstract in brief

  • The meta-analysis reviewed six studies involving 269 participants and found that voluntary slow breathing exercises significantly reduce resting heart rate (HR) and blood pressure (both systolic and diastolic) in patients with cardiovascular diseases.
  • The key outcomes showed a decrease in HR by about 1.72 beats per minute, and reductions in systolic blood pressure (~6.36 mm Hg) and diastolic blood pressure (~6.39 mm Hg), indicating potential benefits of these breathing exercises.
  • The evidence suggests that short-term practice of slow breathing exercises, ranging from 2 weeks to 6 months, can be an effective non-pharmacological method to help manage heart rate and blood pressure in cardiovascular patients.]

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Akash Madnani
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@Padmasree some more research on the same. Meta-Analysis of Effects of Voluntary Slow Breathing Exercises for Control of Heart Rate and Blood Pressure in Patients With Cardiovascular Diseases https://t.co/F0zw824Mkh

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Ademhalingsoefeningen: een effectieve en niet-medicamenteuze manier om bloeddruk te verlagen... Meta-Analysis of Effects of Voluntary Slow Breathing Exercises for Control of Heart Rate and Blood Pressure in Pati… https://t.co/y0PysBSQ1p

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Guy Fincham, PhD
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Meta-Analysis of Effects of Voluntary Slow Breathing Exercises for Control of Heart Rate and Blood Pressure in Patients With Cardiovascular Diseases https://t.co/pmrdNNH6KX

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COMO BAIXAR A PRESSÃO ALTA EM 5 MINUTOS SEM REMÉDIOS E SEM TOMAR NADA | ... https://t.co/MPPXmJJ1FB via @YouTube

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Akash Madnani
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@Padmasree some more research on the same. Meta-Analysis of Effects of Voluntary Slow Breathing Exercises for Control of Heart Rate and Blood Pressure in Patients With Cardiovascular Diseases https://t.co/F0zw824Mkh

Feb 16, 2021 · 4 likes · 103 followers View post →
Jan Folmer
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Ademhalingsoefeningen: een effectieve en niet-medicamenteuze manier om bloeddruk te verlagen... Meta-Analysis of Effects of Voluntary Slow Breathing Exercises for Control of Heart Rate and Blood Pressure in Pati… https://t.co/y0PysBSQ1p

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