Myofascial Release Technique in Women With Primary Dysmenorrhea
Effect of Myofascial Release Technique on Central Sensitization, Myofascial Trigger Point and Menstrual Symptoms in Women With Primary Dysmenorrhea: Sham-Controlled, Randomized Double-Blind Study
Gazi University
36 participants
Sep 10, 2024
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
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.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria3
- 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
Exclusion Criteria8
- 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
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Interventions
The myofascial release technique is a widely used manual therapy method characterized by low-load, prolonged mechanical forces applied to manipulate the myofascial complex, aiming to restore optimal length, alleviate pain, and improve function.
The hands of the researcher applying the technique will be placed in the same areas as the myofascial release technique, with only the palms in light contact for the same duration. However, no intervention will be made to create any pressure or open the tissue barrier.
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NCT06492148