Is Guidance Alone Enough? Systematic Review Protocol on Physical Activity Counseling in Hypertension

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Hypertension, Physical Activity, Counseling

Abstract

Objective: To present a systematic review protocol aimed at identifying and analyzing the impacts of physical-activity counseling in patients with hypertension. Methods: This protocol was developed in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) 2020. The search strategy followed the PICOS framework and included only randomized clinical trials involving adults with hypertension. Study search and selection will be conducted independently by two reviewers in the PubMed, Embase, PsycInfo, CINAHL, and LILACS databases, with no restrictions on language or publication date. Risk of bias will be assessed using the Risk of Bias 2.0 (RoB 2.0) tool, and the certainty of evidence will be rated using the GRADE approach. Data from the included studies will be extracted into a form developed by the authors, and the findings will be presented in maps, charts, tables, or figures, aiming to answer the research question and meet the objectives of this study. If adequate methodological and statistical homogeneity is identified among the included studies, a meta-analysis will be performed.

Author Biographies

Mrs Mrs, Federal University of Goiás

Thaís Alves Paiva Melo holds a degree in Physical Education from UEG/ESEFFEGO and a degree in Pedagogy from the State University of Goiás (UEG). She holds postgraduate specializations in Educational Psychology, in Educational Policies, School Management and Teaching Practice, and in Contemporary Visual Poetics and Mediation Practices in Basic Education, all from the Federal University of Goiás (UFG). She earned a Master’s degree in Health Sciences from UFG, where she is currently pursuing her PhD in Health Sciences.

Paulo Roberto Viana Gentil, Federal University of Goiás

Paulo Gentil holds a PhD in Health Sciences and a Master’s degree in Physical Education, with postgraduate specializations in Strength Training, Resistance Training, and Exercise Physiology. He graduated in Physical Education and is a professor at the Federal University of Goiás, in addition to working as a strength coach for high-level athletes.

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2026-03-16

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Mrs, M., & Gentil, P. R. V. (2026). Is Guidance Alone Enough? Systematic Review Protocol on Physical Activity Counseling in Hypertension. Revista De Divulgação Científica Sena Aires, 15(1), 146–160. Retrieved from https://rdcsa.emnuvens.com.br/revista/article/view/986

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Vol. 15 No. 1 (2026): REVISA

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