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Ancient heat therapy put to the test for menstrual cramps

NCT ID NCT07799285

Symptom relief Sponsor: Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Sep 02, 2026 · Last updated Sep 03, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests whether suspended moxibustion, a traditional therapy that holds a burning moxa stick near the skin, can reduce pain from primary dysmenorrhea, or period cramps without an underlying disease. Researchers plan to enroll 48 female students aged 18 to 35 who have moderate to severe period pain. Participants will receive daily 20-minute moxibustion sessions at three acupoints, starting a week before their period and continuing through it, for three cycles. The study measures changes in pain scores, symptom burden, and skin temperature to see if the therapy helps.

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Active substance
Suspended moxibustion, a traditional therapy where a burning moxa stick is held above the skin at acupoints CV4, CV8, and SP6
What this could lead to
If it works, moxibustion could offer a drug-free option for managing period pain and related symptoms like fatigue and headache.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-arm study with no placebo group, so any pain relief could come from expectation rather than the therapy itself. Results may not apply beyond the specific student group studied.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

48 people

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Started

Dec 2025

Finished

Jul 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 35 years

Sex

Female participants only

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Inclusion Criteria: * Aged 18-35 years with a regular menstrual cycle (28 ± 7 days) * History of moderate-to-severe dysmenorrhea (VAS ≥ 4) in at least 3 consecutive menstrual cycles prior to enrolment * Willing to participate and providing written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Secondary dysmenorrhea attributable to endometriosis, pelvic inflammatory disease, or uterine fibroids (confirmed by abdominal ultrasound) * Neurological disorders, immunodeficiency, or uncontrolled bleeding disorders * Any systemic medical condition contraindicating moxibustion * Use of prostaglandin synthesis inhibitors (PGSIs) within two weeks prior to enrolment * Pregnancy, lactation, or planned pregnancy within the following 6 months * Current use of NSAIDs or oral contraceptives * Ongoing or recent moxibustion treatment within 2 weeks prior to registration

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Conditions

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Pain primary dysmenorrhea

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Primary dysmenorrhea

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy

    Can Tho, Ninh Kieu, 94100, Vietnam

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