Yoga may be the key to banishing period pain

NCT ID NCT07520136

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Ankara University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jul 22, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study will test whether a structured yoga program can reduce pain and improve quality of life in 30 young women aged 18-25 with primary dysmenorrhea (painful periods). Participants will do breathing exercises, relaxation, and pelvic-focused yoga poses. Researchers will measure pain, menstrual attitudes, and quality of life before and after the program.

What this could mean

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Active substance: structured yoga exercise program
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a drug-free way to ease period pain and improve daily life for young women.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 30 participants, so results may not apply widely. Yoga may not work for everyone, and the study hasn't started yet.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

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

Ankara University, Haymana Vocational School
RECRUITING

Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)

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