Guided self-acupressure for period pain relief
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests a guided self-acupressure method (pressing on certain body points) using videos to see if it helps reduce period pain. If you have painful periods, you may learn a drug-free way to manage the pain at home.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 30 years old
- Your periods come about every 21 to 38 days
- You have had painful periods in at least one of the last three months, scoring over 3 on a 0-to-10 pain scale
- You do not have a diagnosed pelvic condition like endometriosis, adenomyosis, or polyps
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding
- You have not had surgery on your reproductive organs
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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