One of the most common psychosomatic disorders, which is directly affected by chronic psychological stress, activity of the sympathetic nervous system and increased secretion of stress hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol. In this context, numerous studies have confirmed that progressive muscle relaxation contributes to a decrease in blood pressure by:
1) Reducing the activity of the sympathetic nervous system and increasing the activity of the parasympathetic nervous system, which leads to a decrease in heart rate and vasodilation.
2) Reduction of chronic muscle tension, which reflects the state of constant excitation of the nervous system.
3) Changes in emotional reactions and a decrease in feelings of anxiety and tension, which are the main factors in the exacerbation of hypertension.
4) Increased bodily self-awareness, as the patient learns to recognize early signs of severe stress and intervene through relaxation before symptoms worsen.