Can gentle movement beat core workouts for PMS relief?
NCT ID NCT07642232
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether somatic movement therapy or core strengthening exercises better reduce PMS symptoms, stress, and improve quality of life. Thirty-six women aged 18-35 with PMS will do one of the two programs for six weeks. Researchers will measure changes using standard questionnaires.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 36 people
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- Started
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May 2025
- Expected to finish
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Aug 2026
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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18 to 35 years
- Sex
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Female participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Females aged 18 to 35 years. * Married and single women * Regular menstrual cycles (21-35 days) for the past 6 months. * Diagnosed with Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) based on ACOG (American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists) criteria Exclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed with PMDD or major psychiatric disorders (e.g., anxiety, depression). * Using hormonal contraceptives or mood/menstruation-altering medications * History of gynecological conditions (e.g., PCOS, endometriosis, fibroids). * Presence of chronic illnesses (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, CVD, thyroid disorders)
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Locations
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Ghurki Trust Hoapital
RECRUITINGLahore, Punjab Province, 54000, Pakistan
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