Study reveals how much pain relief actually matters for period cramps

NCT ID NCT06835036

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Artvin Coruh University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study looked at 100 women with primary dysmenorrhea (painful periods) to find out what amount of pain reduction is truly meaningful to them. Participants did an 8-week exercise program, and researchers measured pain and other symptoms using standard questionnaires. The goal is to help future studies set better targets for what counts as real improvement.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Exercise treatment (functional exercise programme 3 days/week for 8 weeks)
What this could lead to: If successful, this study will help doctors and researchers know how much pain relief is meaningful for women with period cramps, improving future treatment studies.
What could go wrong: This is a completed observational study with only 100 participants, so results may not apply to all women. It does not test a new treatment, only how to measure improvement.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

dysmenorrhea Pain primary dysmenorrhea

As listed by the trial registrant

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

MENSTRUAL DISCOMFORT PAIN PRIMARY DYSMENORRHEA

Contacts and locations

Locations

Zeynep Yıldız Kızkın

Artvin, 08000, Turkey (Türkiye)

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