Background: Hypertension is a disease that can be experienced by various groups
of people from high to lower middle social levels, from teenagers to the elderly
where this condition experiences an increase in blood pressure from normal
conditions (130/80 mmHg). One non-pharmacological intervention, namely foot
reflexology, is an option because this action is safe for patients because it is not
invasive and is easy to do by traffic. Foot reflexology massage is able to improve
blood flow, the nerve points of the feet are massaged and have a relaxing effect on
the body. Foot massage has a mechanical effect of improving blood circulation so
it can lower blood pressure. Objective: To determine the results of applying foot
reflexology massage on blood pressure in hypertensive patients at Karanganyar
Regional Hospital. Method: Using a descriptive method in the form of a case study
for 2 patients with hypertension. Results: Respondent 1 before applying foot
reflexology massage found blood pressure from 176/100 mmHg to 165/90 mmHg.
Meanwhile, Respondent 2 before applying foot reflexology massage found that his
blood pressure was 150/90 to 143/80. Conclusion: Foot reflexology massage can
be used as a non-pharmacological technique to reduce blood pressure in
hypertension patients.
Keywords: Hypertension, Foot Reflexology, Blood Pressure Reduction.