Resistant Hypertension and Physical Activity Performed in a Heated Pool

Effects of Training in a Heated Pool in Patients With Refractory Hypertension

patients with resistant hypertension will be submitted to an exercise protocol in a heated pool for three months

pacient´s blood pressure behavior will be compared before and after intervention

Inclusion Criteria:

• patients with uncontrolled blood pressure despite concurrent use of 3 antihypertensive agents, including a diuretic, or the need for more than 3 medications to control blood pressure

Exclusion Criteria:

• poor adherence to the treatment
• obesity
• diabetes
• smokers
• secondary causes of hypertension
• motor disabilities to perform the training