New mobilization and exercise techniques show promise for easing period pain

NCT ID NCT07314021

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Medipol University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study tested two non-drug approaches—FEMOB mobilization and MOPEXE exercises—for reducing pain in women with primary dysmenorrhea (period pain). 72 women aged 18-30 were split into four groups: one received FEMOB, one MOPEXE, one electrotherapy only, and one no treatment. The goal was to see which method best eased pain and improved attitudes toward menstruation.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: FEMOB mobilization technique (including TENS, hot pack, joint mobilizations, myofascial release, and kinesio taping) and MOPEXE exercise model (motor imagery-focused exercises with electrotherapy)
What this could lead to: If successful, these techniques could offer drug-free options for managing period pain.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study with no blinding, so results may be less reliable. The techniques are not widely tested, and individual results may vary.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Motor Activity primary dysmenorrhea

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

PRIMARY DYSMENORRHEA

Contacts and locations

Locations

Medipol University

Istanbul, 34000, Turkey (Türkiye)

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