Effects of Acupuncture at ST36 and PC6 on Blood Pressure and Endothelial Dysfunction in Hypertensive Patients

Effects of Acupuncture at ST36 and PC6 on Blood Pressure and Endothelial

This is randomised, controlled study about effects of acupuncture on blood pressure and endothelial dysfunction in stage I hypertension patient without medication. Subject will receive 8 weeks of either acupuncture or sham acupuncture, measuring FMD and blood test before and after treatment.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients age 18-70 diagnosed stage I hypertension ( JNC-7) without taking hypertensive medication

Exclusion Criteria:

• Secondary hypertension
• DM
• History of cardiovascular disease
• Taking hypertensive medication
• Taking hyperlipidemic medication
• Smoking
• Pregnancy or feeding woman
• Cannot follow indication or there is no agreement of patient and conservator
• Investigator decide Inappropriate to trial