Nerve stimulation for painful periods in young women
Part of Pain, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests if a gentle nerve stimulation device placed near your ankle can reduce period pain. It is for young women with primary dysmenorrhea (painful periods without a known medical cause).
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Who can take part
- You are between 20 and 25 years old.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is 30 or lower.
- A gynecologist has told you that you have primary dysmenorrhea (period pain without another cause).
- You have regular monthly periods.
- You have had period pain in your lower belly, back, or thighs in at least half of your last 3 cycles.
Quick eligibility check
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