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Breathing + core workouts: a new weapon against cramps?

NCT ID NCT07753408

Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Lahore Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 07, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026

Summary

This trial tests whether combining breathing exercises with core stabilization exercises relieves menstrual pain better than core exercises alone. It enrolls 48 women aged 18–25 with primary dysmenorrhea, who will attend supervised sessions three times a week for eight weeks. Researchers will measure pain intensity, psychological distress, and quality of life before and after the program to see if the combined approach offers extra benefits.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Breathing exercises combined with core stabilization exercises
What this could lead to
If effective, this drug-free exercise combo could offer a simple, accessible way to reduce period pain and improve well-being in young women.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial, so results may not apply broadly. Benefits over core exercises alone are uncertain, and exercise may not ease severe pain for everyone.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

48 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Oct 2025

Finished

Apr 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 25 years

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Female participants aged 18-25 years. * Clinical diagnosis of primary dysmenorrhea confirmed through medical history or self-report. * Baseline menstrual pain intensity of 4 or higher on the Visual Analog Scale (VAS). * Willing to participate and provide written informed consent. * Agree not to receive any additional treatment for dysmenorrhea during the study period. Exclusion Criteria * Secondary dysmenorrhea caused by conditions such as endometriosis, adenomyosis, or uterine fibroids. * Pregnancy or childbirth within the previous six months. * Diagnosed pelvic floor disorders or chronic pelvic pain syndrome. * Severe psychological disorders or chronic pain conditions that may interfere with outcome assessment. * Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). * History of pelvic surgery within the previous 12 months.

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Conditions

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primary dysmenorrhea

As listed by the trial registrant

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Primary dysmenorrhea (PD)

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • The University of Lahore

    Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan

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