EMPOWERMENT OF THE ELDERLY WITH HYPERTENSION THROUGH PROGRESSIVE MUSCLE RELAXATION EXERCISE AT UPT PSTW JEMBER

Hypertension in the elderly is a common problem that often found. Many factors affect hypertension elderly, so it necessary to empower them elderly. The purpose of this empowerment control blood pressure through progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) techniques. method used counselling and exercise demonstration, which consists 3 main activities: screening, PMR technique training, activity evaluation. was attended by nine at UPT PSTW Wisma Cempaka Jember. evaluation activities measure with stethoscope sphygmomanometer. Wilcoxon statistical test determine changes before after intervention. are 100% male, 55.6% 60-70 years old, 44.4% live an orphanage for 1-5 years, 66.7% from outside Jember have itching 44.4%. p-value 0.02<0.05 systole, means there difference PMR, 0.705>0.05 diastole, no PMR. focuses on maintaining relaxed state can secrete CRH (Corticotropin-releasing Hormone) ACTH (Adrenocorticotropic releasing hormone) adrenaline non-adrenaline secretion decrease, has impact heart contraction decreased pressure. Elderly pressure, specifically systolic, one week exercise. This must be included program, done regularly