The Effect of Progressive Muscle Relaxation Therapy on Reducing Blood Glucose Levels in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients
Keywords:
Diabetes Mellitus, Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) Therapy , Blood Glucose LevelsAbstract
Background: Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder characterized by increased blood glucose levels (hyperglycemia) due to abnormalities in insulin secretion, insulin action, or both. Progressive muscle relaxation therapy is an alternative method for reducing muscle tension in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients.
Objective: To determine the effect of progressive muscle relaxation therapy on reducing blood glucose levels in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients.
Methods: This quantitative research used a pre-experimental design with a one-group pretest and post-test approach. The sample consisted of 17 respondents selected through purposive sampling. Data were analyzed using a paired t-test.
Results: The average blood glucose level before the intervention was 258.00 mg/dL, while after the intervention, it was reduced to 249.00 mg/dL. Statistical analysis showed a significant effect (p = 0.009, p < 0.05).
Conclusion: Progressive muscle relaxation therapy effectively reduces blood glucose levels in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients. It is recommended that patients adopt this therapy as part of their diabetes management routine.
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