Effects of Barre and Gym Ball Exercises on Primary Dysmenorrhea
Combined Effects of Barre and Gym Ball Exercises on Pain, Distress and Quality of Life in Primary Dysmenorrhoea
This study is testing whether a mix of Barre and gym ball exercises can help young women with painful periods feel better compared to just doing Barre exercises.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 42 (estimated) |
| Ages | 17 Years to 25 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Sialkot, Pjunjab) |
| Trial ID | NCT06750393 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of Barre and gym ball exercises in alleviating primary dysmenorrhea symptoms. A total of 42 female participants aged 17 to 25 with a history of dysmenorrhea will be randomly assigned to two groups: one receiving a combination of Barre and gym ball exercises, and the other receiving only Barre exercises. Each group will participate in 30-minute sessions, three times a week for 12 weeks. The severity of dysmenorrhea and quality of life will be assessed before and after the intervention using various validated scales.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are females aged 17 to 25 suffering from primary dysmenorrhea with a pain score of 5 or higher.
Not a fit: Patients with secondary dysmenorrhea, those using hormonal contraception, or with a BMI over 25 may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a non-pharmacological approach to managing dysmenorrhea, improving quality of life for affected individuals.
How similar studies have performed: While similar exercise-based interventions have shown promise in managing dysmenorrhea, this specific combination of Barre and gym ball exercises is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Female suffered from primary dysmenorrhea diagnosed through WaLLiD score range from 5-12 * Female having 5 and above score on Numerical Pain Rating Scale * Female having regular menstrual period form at least 3 months * Female having a history of dysmenorrhea occurring at least three times in the past six months Exclusion Criteria: * Females using hormonal contraception. * Females who are married. * Females with secondary dysmenorrhea * Females diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome * Females having menstrual issues * Females who take analgesic * Females having BMI \> 25 * Participants who show unwillingness to participate in the study
Where this trial is running
Sialkot, Pjunjab
- University of Sialkot, University of Management Technology — Sialkot, Pjunjab, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: hina gul, MSOMPT — Riphah International University
- Study coordinator: imran gul, PhD
- Email: imran.amjad@riphah.edu.pk
- Phone: 03324390125
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.