Massage therapy shows promise for menstrual cramps
NCT ID NCT07378475
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 30, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This pilot study tests if a gentle massage technique called manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) can reduce period pain in young women aged 18-25 with primary dysmenorrhea. Twenty participants will receive three monthly MLD sessions before their period. Researchers will measure pain, abdominal swelling, and sleep quality.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) - a gentle massage technique
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a drug-free option to reduce period pain and improve quality of life for young women.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small pilot study (20 people) with no comparison group, so results may not be reliable or apply to everyone. It only tests short-term effects.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University Camilo José Cela
Madrid, 28692, Spain
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