Simple stretches may offer Drug-Free relief from menstrual cramps

NCT ID NCT05960695

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

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether adding relaxation exercises (like deep breathing) to stretching can reduce pain and improve quality of life in women with primary dysmenorrhea (painful periods). Twenty sedentary women aged 18-25 participated. The experimental group did both stretching and relaxation exercises, while the control group did only stretching. Researchers measured pain levels, menstrual symptoms, and quality of life.

What this could mean

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Active substance: stretching and relaxation exercises
What this could lead to: If effective, these simple exercises could offer a drug-free way to ease period pain and improve daily life for women with primary dysmenorrhea.
What could go wrong: This is a very small, completed trial with only 20 participants. Results may not apply to all women, and the exercises may not work for everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Motor Activity Pain 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

Yeditepe University

Istanbul, Ataşehir/İstanbul, 34755, Turkey (Türkiye)

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