Volunteer for a 1-hour exercise session (“HyperChallenge protocol“) to help prevent hypertension.
We are recruiting volunteers with no history of cardiovascular disease of all ages and fitness levels.
Total duration: 120 minutes (including preparation)
Why it matters
Very little is known about how the cardiovascular system adapts to sustained muscle contraction in real time. Inflatable blood pressure monitors provide only intermittent readings and are not designed to take accurate measurements during movement.
Our novel device is not affected by movement and can provide BP readings during movement.
The goal of this experiment is to take readings of normally elevated blood pressure with two different devices.
Physical challenge and requirements
The experimental sequence is designed in a way that a person who exercises twice a week should be able to complete it easily. The intensity can be compared to a 1-hour beginner-level yoga class.
Pre-existing injuries and other limitations
If you wish to participate but have health-related concerns, for example, joint pain or pre-existing injuries, you can discuss them with the experimenter. Always choose to err on the side of caution when in doubt. You can review the exercise sequence here.
Legal information
The study was approved by the Aalto University Committee on Research Ethics.
Participation in the study is voluntary, and each participant has the right to pause or stop the experiment at any time.
Detailed study information and the Research Data Privacy Notice are reviewed by each participant before the study. A signed Informed Consent Form is required from each participant.
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