Abdominal exercises for period pain in young women
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This study tests whether specific abdominal exercises can reduce menstrual pain in young women with period cramps. It aims to see if strengthening these muscles can make periods less painful.
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Who can take part
- You are female and between 18 and 25 years old.
- You have regular menstrual cycles.
- You have been diagnosed with primary dysmenorrhea (period pain without an underlying gynecological condition).
- Your menstrual pain is at least 4 out of 10 on a pain scale.
- You are not currently pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You have not had abdominal or pelvic surgery in the last 6 months.
- You are not taking hormonal therapy or painkillers that could affect period pain.
- You have not been doing regular abdominal or core exercises in the last 3 months.
- You do not have any musculoskeletal, neurological, or other health conditions that would prevent you from exercising.
Quick eligibility check
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