Myofascial Release Technique in Women With Primary Dysmenorrhea
Recruiting now · Not applicable · Has a placebo group
Conditions studied: Dysmenorrhea Primary, Central Sensitisation, Myofascial Trigger Point Pain, Menstrual Discomfort, Myofascial Release
In brief
It has been found that women with dysmenorrhea have active trigger points, particularly in the rectus abdominis, oblique abdominal muscles, quadratus lumborum, and paraspinal muscles. The myofascial release technique is a widely used manual therapy method characterized by the application of low-load, long-duration mechanical forces to manipulate the myofascial complex. This technique aims to restore optimal length, alleviate pain, and improve function. This study aims to examine the effect of the myofascial release technique on central sensitization, myofascial trigger points, and menstrual symptoms in women with primary dysmenorrhea.
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT06492148
- Run by
- Gazi University
- People needed
- 36
- Starts
- 2024-09-10
- Expected to finish
- 2025-09-25
- Last updated by the study team
- 2024-11-21
Who can join
Age: 18 and older, up to 35. Sex: female. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.
You may qualify if…
- Diagnosed with Primary Dysmenorrhea according to the Primary Dysmenorrhea Consensus Guide,
- Having regular menstruation in the last 6 months (28±7 days)
- Those who had menstrual pain between 40 mm and 100 mm according to the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) in the last 6 months
You may not qualify if…
- Diagnosed with Secondary Dysmenorrhea,
- Having given birth,
- Those with serious gastrointestinal, urogynecological, or autoimmune diseases or other chronic pain syndromes,
- Undergoing urogynecological surgery,
- Those who are pregnant or suspected of pregnancy,
- Those who use analgesics or non-pharmacological agents other than NSAIDs for menstrual pain,
- Those using intrauterine or oral contraceptives,
- Those taking extra supplements such as magnesium, which may affect treatment
Where it is running
- Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Health Sciences, Gazi University — Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye) (enrolling)
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