Comparison of the Effects of Different Massage Techniques in Women With Primary Dysmenorrhea
Primary Dysmenorrhea
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Primary Dysmenorrhea
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
- Over 18 years of age
- Women with a complaint of primary dysmenorrhea,
- Volunteer women who have a regular menstrual cycle (28 ± 7 days)
- Women who have menstrual pain intensity greater than 40 mm according to the Visual Analogue Scale considering the last 6 months
Exclusion Criteria:
- Having gastrointestinal, urogynecological, autoimmune, psychiatric diseases and/or other chronic pain syndromes,
- Those who have given birth,
- Those who have a pregnancy status,
- Those who use intrauterine devices,
- Those who have had pelvic surgery,
- Those who use chronic medications, including oral contraceptives or antidepressants, for at least 6 months before the study,
- Those with a pathological history and radiological findings showing secondary dysmenorrhea
Sites / Locations
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Arm 2
Active Comparator
Active Comparator
Classic massage group
Connective tissue massage group
Classical massage will be applied to the lumbal and abdominal region 5 days a week, from the estimated date of ovulation until the next menstrual bleeding begins. The application will take approximately 15 minutes. During the massage, the physiotherapist will apply stroking and kneading movements by using baby oil. During the treatment of the lumbal region, the patient will be in the prone position; during the treatment of the abdominal region, the patient will be in the supine position.
Connective tissue massage will be applied to the lumbosacral, lower thoracic, abdominal and anterior pelvic regions 5 days a week, from the estimated date of ovulation until the onset of the next menstrual bleeding. The application will take approximately 15 minutes. During the massage, the physiotherapist will bring the tip of the middle finger of the hand into contact with the patient's skin and apply traction to the skin. During the treatment of the lumbar region, the patient will be in the sitting position, during the treatment of the abdominal and anterior pelvic region, the patient will be in the supine position.