Footbaths show promise for PMS relief in small study
NCT ID NCT07461051
First seen Mar 19, 2026 · Last updated Jun 20, 2026 · Updated 12 times
Summary
This study tested whether a warm footbath during the two weeks before a period could help with PMS symptoms, pain, and quality of life. 92 women with PMS took part; half did footbaths for three cycles, the other half did nothing. Researchers measured symptoms, pain, and well-being using standard questionnaires.
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Locations
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İnonü Universty
Ağrı, Ağrı, 04100, Turkey (Türkiye)
What this could mean
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Active substance
foot bath therapy
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to reduce PMS symptoms and pain at home.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with only 92 participants. Results may not apply to all women, and the effect may be modest or due to relaxation rather than the footbath itself.
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