PRIMARY DYSMENORRHEA

This study tested a portable TENS device—a small patch that sends gentle electrical pulses—to see if it can reduce menstrual pain in women with primary dysmenorrhea (painful periods without an underlying condition). Thirty-four women used the device on their lower belly during pa…

This study compared Pilates exercises to aerobic exercises for reducing menstrual pain in young women with primary dysmenorrhea. Thirty-two women aged 18-25 with regular cycles and normal BMI participated. After 8 weeks, both types of exercise were evaluated for their effect on p…

This study tested whether Chuna manual therapy, a type of hands-on treatment, can reduce period pain better than standard physical therapy. Thirty women with moderate to severe menstrual cramps were split into two groups. The goal was to see if Chuna therapy offers a safe and eff…

This study looked at whether doing stretching and relaxation exercises can help reduce menstrual pain and improve daily life for women with primary dysmenorrhea (painful periods). Twenty women aged 18-25 with a sedentary lifestyle and moderate to severe pain took part. Researcher…

This study tested two non-drug methods—progressive relaxation and isometric exercises—to help manage painful periods (primary dysmenorrhea). Sixty women with moderate to severe cramps took part. Researchers measured pain, other symptoms, and quality of life to see which approach …

This study looked at whether doing Pilates online can help women with painful periods. 34 women with primary dysmenorrhea took part in 16 supervised Pilates sessions over 8 weeks. The goal was to see if it reduced pain, other symptoms, and improved muscle endurance. Results may o…

This study looked at whether spinal manipulation combined with connective tissue massage can reduce pain, menstrual symptoms, depression, and sleep problems in women with primary dysmenorrhea (painful periods). 75 women were split into three groups: one received the full treatmen…

This study looked at whether kinesio taping (a special elastic tape placed on the skin) can quickly reduce pain, fear of movement, and sleep problems in women with painful periods. 24 women aged 18-24 with primary dysmenorrhea were randomly assigned to receive either real kinesio…

This study tested a drug called KYG0395 to see if it safely reduces pain from menstrual cramps (primary dysmenorrhea). About 280 women aged 18-35 with moderate to severe cramp pain took part. Researchers measured pain changes using a simple 0-100 scale over several menstrual cycl…

This study looked at 164 teenage girls aged 13-19 with painful periods to understand how their brains process pain. Researchers used brain scans and pain tests to see if certain brain patterns predict whether menstrual pain becomes long-term. The goal is to find early warning sig…

This study looked at 100 women with painful periods (primary dysmenorrhea) to find out how much pain or symptom scores need to change to be considered a real improvement. Researchers used standard pain scales and questionnaires to calculate the smallest meaningful difference. The…