Massage and stretching show promise for menstrual cramps
NCT ID NCT07213336
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study looked at whether trigger point massage and stretching exercises can help young women with primary dysmenorrhea (painful periods). Forty-four women aged 18-30 were randomly assigned to exercise, exercise plus massage, or a control group. Researchers measured pain intensity, menstrual symptoms, and quality of life using standard questionnaires.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- trigger point massage and stretching exercises
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this approach 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 small, completed study with only 44 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The effects may vary, and massage or stretching might not work for all individuals.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Halic University
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
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