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Transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation for high-normal blood pressure: study protocol for a randomized
Yu Wang1, Guang-Xia Shi1, Zhong-Xue Tian1
1International Acupuncture and Moxibustion Innovation Institute, School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Chaoyang District, No. 11, Bei San Huan Dong Lu, Chaoyang District, Beijing, 100029, China.
Transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation (TEAS) combined with lifestyle changes may help manage high-normal blood pressure (BP). This study investigates TEAS as a non-drug therapy to prevent hypertension progression.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Health
- Integrative Medicine
- Clinical Trials
Background:
- High-normal blood pressure (BP) increases mortality risk and often progresses to hypertension.
- Transcutaneous electrical acupoint stimulation (TEAS) presents a potential non-pharmacological approach for BP management.
- This study focuses on individuals with high-normal BP, a critical stage for intervention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness and safety of TEAS combined with lifestyle modification for high-normal BP.
- To assess TEAS as an adjunct therapy to standard lifestyle interventions.
- To determine the feasibility for a larger definitive randomized controlled trial.
Main Methods:
- A prospective, randomized, parallel clinical trial involving 60 participants with high-normal BP.
- Participants were allocated to either TEAS plus lifestyle modification or lifestyle modification alone.
- The intervention group received 48 TEAS sessions over 12 weeks; outcomes measured at 12 weeks.
Main Results:
- Primary outcome: change in mean systolic blood pressure at 12 weeks.
- Secondary outcomes: changes in diastolic BP, hypertension progression rate, quality of life, BMI, and waist circumference.
- Adverse events were monitored throughout the trial.
Conclusions:
- This pilot trial will assess the feasibility of TEAS for high-normal BP.
- It aims to provide preliminary evidence on the effectiveness and safety of TEAS plus lifestyle modification.
- Results will inform the design of future large-scale clinical trials and be published in a peer-reviewed journal.
