Simple stretches may soothe period pain, small study suggests
NCT ID NCT05960695
First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated Apr 30, 2026 · Updated 30 times
Summary
This study looked at whether stretching and relaxation exercises can help reduce pain and improve quality of life in women with painful periods (primary dysmenorrhea). Twenty sedentary women aged 18-25 with moderate to severe menstrual pain took part. They performed the exercises and reported their pain levels and well-being using standard questionnaires. The goal was to see if these simple, drug-free techniques could offer relief.
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Yeditepe University
Istanbul, Ataşehir/İstanbul, 34755, Turkey (Türkiye)
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