Massage and relaxation for period pain relief
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether connective tissue massage (a hands-on technique) and progressive relaxation exercises can reduce severe menstrual cramps. If you have primary dysmenorrhea—painful periods without an underlying medical cause—this trial may help you find natural pain relief.
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Who can take part
- You are 18–30 years old
- You have never been pregnant and have no children
- A gynecologist confirmed you have primary dysmenorrhea (period pain without other causes)
- Your periods come regularly, every 21–35 days
- Your period pain is severe (at least 4 out of 10 on a pain scale) and has lasted at least 6 months
- You are not currently taking pain relievers, hormonal birth control, or psychiatric medications
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