Comparing aerobic and Aviva exercises for menstrual pain relief
Comparative Effects of Aerobic and Aviva Exercises on Pain Quality of Life, Sleep and Daily Functioning in Primary Dysmenorrhea
This study is testing whether aerobic exercises or Aviva exercises can help unmarried women with regular menstrual cycles feel less pain during their periods.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 42 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years to 40 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Lahore, Punjab) |
| Trial ID | NCT06738212 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to compare the effectiveness of aerobic exercises versus Aviva exercises in alleviating primary dysmenorrhea, which is characterized by cramping pain during menstruation. The study will involve 42 unmarried females with regular menstrual cycles who experience moderate to severe menstrual pain. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the aerobic exercise group or the Aviva exercise group, and their pain levels and quality of life will be assessed throughout the trial. The research will be conducted at Sharif Medical Complex and Kasrat Gym in Lahore, Punjab, using a non-probability convenience sampling technique.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are unmarried females with regular menstrual cycles experiencing moderate to severe menstrual cramp pain.
Not a fit: Patients with pelvic pathology, chronic pain disorders, or those currently using pain medication may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide women with effective non-pharmacological options for managing menstrual pain.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown positive outcomes with exercise interventions for dysmenorrhea, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Unmarried females * Regular menstrual cycles (every 21-35 days) * Moderate to severe menstrual cramp pain Exclusion Criteria: * Pelvic pathology (endometriosis, chronic pelvic inflammatory disease, adenomyosis) * History of pelvic surgery or inflammatory disease * Chronic pain or pain disorders (e.g., fibromyalgia) * Current use of pain medication or muscle relaxants * History of mental health disorders (e.g., depression, anxiety) * Inability to understand or complete study assessments * Any underlying medical condition that may be contributing to dysmenorrhea (e.g., thyroid disorders, kidney disease)
Where this trial is running
Lahore, Punjab
- Sharif Medical Complex & Kasrat gym — Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: hina gul, MSOMPT — Riphah International University
- Study coordinator: imran amjad, PhD
- Email: imran.amjad@riphah.edu.pk
- Phone: +92-3324390125
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.