Physiotherapy for menstrual pain
Part of Pain, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial tests whether physiotherapy can reduce menstrual pain and improve well-being in women with painful periods. It may help if you have regular period pain and are looking for a non-drug treatment option.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman between 18 and 50 years old
- You have painful periods (dysmenorrhea)
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding
- You have not given birth within the last year
- You have not had abdominal or pelvic surgery in the last 3 months
- You do not have fibromyalgia, diabetes, or cancer
- You are not currently receiving manual therapy for your abdomen or genital area
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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