Mind over menstrual pain: imagining exercise may ease cramps

NCT ID NCT06674655

First seen May 20, 2026 · Last updated May 22, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether combining mental imagery of movement with physical exercises can reduce menstrual pain and improve movement control. 48 women with moderate-to-severe period pain participated. The approach aims to retrain how the brain and body handle pain, offering a drug-free option for symptom relief.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Valencia

    Valencia, Valènica, 46010, Spain

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