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Massage therapy shows promise for menstrual cramps

NCT ID NCT07378475

Symptom relief Sponsor: Camilo Jose Cela University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 30, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This pilot study tests if a gentle massage technique called manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) can reduce period pain in young women aged 18-25 with primary dysmenorrhea. Twenty participants will receive three monthly MLD sessions before their period. Researchers will measure pain, abdominal swelling, and sleep quality.

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Active substance
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) - a gentle massage technique
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a drug-free option to reduce period pain and improve quality of life for young women.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study (20 people) with no comparison group, so results may not be reliable or apply to everyone. It only tests short-term effects.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

20 people

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Started

Jan 2026

Finished

Jul 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

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Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Female participants aged 18-25 years * Confirmed diagnosis of primary dysmenorrhea * Regular menstrual cycles * Ability to provide informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Secondary dysmenorrhea * Use of hormonal contraceptives * Presence of pelvic pathology (endometriosis, polycystic ovary syndrome, fibroids) * Irritable bowel syndrome * Use of analgesics or anti-inflammatory drugs within 12 hours prior to intervention * Any therapy for dysmenorrhea in the previous month * Pregnancy or suspected pregnancy * Irregular menstrual cycles

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Conditions

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primary dysmenorrhea

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Dysmenorrhea primary

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University Camilo José Cela

    Madrid, 28692, Spain

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