Table 1.
Demographic characteristics of modified relaxation and control group
| Characteristics | MR (n = 215) | Control (n = 217) | Significant difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age (year) | 55.7 (5.2) | 56.2 (5.5) | t = −1.03, P = 0.85 |
| Age menopause established (year) | 48.6 (4.3) | 48.4 (4.9) | t = 0.49, P = 0.31 |
| Body mass index (kg/m2) | 25.3 (4.3) | 26.6 (4.2) | t = −3.16, P = 0.99 |
| Diabetes mellitus (DM) | χ2 = 3.26, P = 0.19 | ||
| Non-DM | 149 (34.5) | 135 (31.3) | |
| DM (insulin dependent) | 5 (1.2) | 10 (2.3) | |
| DM (non-insulin dependent) | 61 (14.1) | 72 (16.7) | |
| Clinical systolic blood pressure, mmHg | 148.6 (6.3) | 147.5 (6.4) | t = 1.71, P = 0.09 |
| Clinical diastolic blood pressure, mmHg | 88.1 (9.9) | 90.5 (10.1) | t = −2.36, P = 0.02 |
Notes: Data of age, age at postmenopause, body mass index, clinical systolic blood pressure, and clinical diastolic blood pressure were mean ± standard deviation. Modified relaxation (MR), control, systolic blood pressure, and diastolic blood pressure were modified relaxation, lifestyle education, systolic blood pressure, and diastolic blood pressure, respectively.