Using TENS to relieve menstrual pain 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 Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) in managing pain and alleviating symptoms associated with primary dysmenorrhea. Primary dysmenorrhea is characterized by severe menstrual pain that can significantly impact daily life. The study will apply TENS, a non-invasive method that uses electrical impulses to stimulate nerves, to evaluate its impact on menstrual pain intensity and related symptoms. The goal is to determine whether TENS can serve as an alternative or complementary treatment option for women suffering from this condition.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Aged 18 and above
* Have regular menstrual cycles (lasting 3 to 8 days, with a menstrual cycle range of 21 to 35 days)
* Have dysmenorrhea pain severity rated 4 or higher on the Visual Analog Scale (VAS)

Exclusion Criteria: Women with the following conditions were excluded from the study:

* Secondary dysmenorrhea
* Using oral contraceptives
* Having impaired tissue integrity in the abdominal area
* Having previous experience with TENS
* Having a history of nerve damage or sensory loss
* Having a pacemaker
* Having any systemic diseases
* Being pregnant or in the postpartum period

Where it's running

• Esra Ünal
  Osmaniye, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Esra U Unal, Doctor
• Email: esraunal2428@gmail.com
• Phone: +905342878405

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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.