Rose of jericho or deep breaths: simple fix for cramps?

NCT ID NCT07481552

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested two non-drug approaches for severe period pain: placing a dried Rose of Jericho plant in water near the person, and practicing 4-7-8 breathing exercises. 100 women aged 18-35 with very painful periods took part over three cycles. Researchers measured changes in pain and emotional well-being. The goal was to see if these simple methods could help manage symptoms without medication.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Anastatica hierochuntica (Rose of Jericho) and 4-7-8 breathing exercises
What this could lead to: If effective, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to reduce period pain for some women.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with no blinding or placebo group. Results may not apply to all women, and the plant's effect is not well understood.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

dysmenorrhea Pain

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

DYSMENORRHEA NONPHARMALOGICAL PAIN MANAGEMENT

Contacts and locations

Locations

Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University

Çanakkale, Turkey (Türkiye)

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