The Development of Isometric Handgrip Exercise Innovation for Homebound Elderly with Hypertension
Keywords:
isometric handgrip exercise, hypertension, homebound elderlyAbstract
This research and innovation development aimed to design and evaluate the effectiveness and the
outcomes of an isometric handgrip exercise innovation for homebound elderly with hypertension. A sample
of 22 elderly with hypertension and a control group of 21 individuals were selected. The control group
performed regular exercise, while the experimental group performed the isometric handgrip exercise at an
intensity of 30% of their maximum grip strength for 2 minutes, followed by a 1-minute rest, repeated for 4
rounds, 3 times a week. The research tool used was the isometric handgrip exercise innovation developed by
the researcher and the exercise program. The data was collected using an automatic blood pressure measuring
device and a satisfaction assessment form. The satisfaction assessment form was tested for validity (CVI =
0.89)and reliability (Cronbach’s alpha coefficient = .80). The data were analyzed by using descriptive statistics and the T-test. The research findings showed that:
1) The innovation of isometric handgrip exercise can be separated into control units with a display
screen and sound signals. The grip handle was convenient to use, measured the maximum grip strength, and
calculated the appropriate grip strength for each user. There were audio signals at each step and warnings
when the grip strength was not within the appropriate range. 2) The effectiveness of the innovation found
that the innovation could measure maximum grip strength, calculate the average maximum hand grip strength,
and the time to hold the grip accurately at 100%. The elderly group was highly satisfied with the overall use
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