Myofascial release technique for menstrual pain relief in women

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study investigates the effectiveness of the myofascial release technique in alleviating primary dysmenorrhea symptoms in women aged 18-40. Participants will be assessed for musculoskeletal pain thresholds and randomized into two groups: one receiving the myofascial release treatment and the other receiving a sham treatment. The interventions will occur over 10 sessions during one menstrual cycle, with evaluations conducted before and after the treatment period to measure changes in pain and function. The study employs a double-blind design to ensure unbiased results.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Diagnosed with Primary Dysmenorrhea according to the Primary Dysmenorrhea Consensus Guide,
* Having regular menstruation in the last 6 months (28±7 days)
* Those who had menstrual pain between 40 mm and 100 mm according to the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) in the last 6 months

Exclusion Criteria:

* Diagnosed with Secondary Dysmenorrhea,
* Having given birth,
* Those with serious gastrointestinal, urogynecological, or autoimmune diseases or other chronic pain syndromes,
* Undergoing urogynecological surgery,
* Those who are pregnant or suspected of pregnancy,
* Those who use analgesics or non-pharmacological agents other than NSAIDs for menstrual pain,
* Those using intrauterine or oral contraceptives,
* Those taking extra supplements such as magnesium, which may affect treatment

Where it's running

• Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Health Sciences, Gazi University
  Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Beyza Yazgan Dagli — Gazi University
• Study coordinator: Research Asisstant
• Email: beyzayazgan@gazi.edu.tr
• Phone: +905535134631

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.