Acupuncture points for menstrual cramps
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests whether personalized acupuncture point therapy can reduce menstrual pain in women with primary dysmenorrhea. It also compares results with healthy women to see how the therapy works.
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Who can take part
- You are female and between 18 and 30 years old.
- You have regular periods (cycles of 21 to 35 days) and your period pattern has been stable for the last 3 months.
- You either have menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea) or you do not have significant cramps (healthy control).
- You agree not to use pain relievers or other traditional treatments during the study, or you will accurately report any use.
- You do not have major gynecological conditions like endometriosis, uterine fibroids, or PCOS.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding, and you are not currently on hormonal therapy or long-term pain medication.
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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