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Simple stretches may offer Drug-Free relief from menstrual cramps

NCT ID NCT05960695

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

Summary

This study tested whether adding relaxation exercises (like deep breathing) to stretching can reduce pain and improve quality of life in women with primary dysmenorrhea (painful periods). Twenty sedentary women aged 18-25 participated. The experimental group did both stretching and relaxation exercises, while the control group did only stretching. Researchers measured pain levels, menstrual symptoms, and quality of life.

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Active substance
stretching and relaxation exercises
What this could lead to
If effective, these simple exercises could offer a drug-free way to ease period pain and improve daily life for women with primary dysmenorrhea.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, completed trial with only 20 participants. Results may not apply to all women, and the exercises may not work for everyone.

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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

May 2023

Finished

Aug 2023

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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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * participants in the study voluntarily. * participants in ages between 18-25 years of age. * participants have a sedentary lifestyle. * participant's pain intensity of more than 40 mm during the menstrual period according to the VAS. Exclusion Criteria: * using regular drugs like NSAIDs * presence of SD * having an irregular menstrual cycle * presence of chronic disease.

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Conditions

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Motor Activity Pain primary dysmenorrhea

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Yeditepe University

    Istanbul, Ataşehir/İstanbul, 34755, Turkey (Türkiye)

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