Exercise for Dysmenorrhoea

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“…[32], different physical activities, including Pilates, were considered to be potentially beneficial for the management of pain and the improvement of QoL among adults who experienced chronic pain. A number of studies support the evidence that physical activity can contribute towards the improvement of the symptoms associated with dysmenorrhea [1,33], and, in general, many doctors recommend that these patients perform physical activity. However, findings are still inconclusive regarding which is the best sport to practice, or how much time should be devoted to it in order to notice the benefits on the symptoms of dysmenorrhea, due to the considerable heterogeneity of the same sample [1,32].…”

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The Impact of Dysmenorrhea on Quality of Life Among Spanish Female University Students

Fernández‐Martínez

Onieva-Zafra

Parra-Fernández

2019

IJERPH

101

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(1) Background: Primary dysmenorrhea, which is characterized by menstrual pain in the absence of a pelvic pathology, is one of the main reasons for gynecological consultation. This study aimed to assess the prevalence of dysmenorrhea in a sample of university students, as well as their quality of life, and to examine the most common methods used for alleviating symptoms. (2) Methods: The participants comprised 305 female university students with a mean age of 20.32 ± 3.19 years who completed a self-report survey comprising sociodemographic, gynecological and lifestyle questions. EuroQol-5 dimensions-5 levels (EQ-5D-5L) was used to measure quality of life. (3) Results: In total, 76% of the sample suffered from dysmenorrhea. Among the students who did not suffer from dysmenorrhea, a significantly greater proportion participated in activities such as jogging or Pilates on a regular basis (several times per week). Concerning quality of life, patients with dysmenorrhea showed significant differences on the pain/discomfort scale and on the total score for perceived quality of life. However, this perception showed no correlation with the VAS (visual analogue scale) pain scale. Additionally, 90.5% of students with dysmenorrhea used pharmacological treatment, and 80% self-medicated. (4) Conclusions: Dysmenorrhea represents a major problem among youth today and the impact on the quality of life (QoL) of patients is evident. Physical activity may alleviate symptoms of dysmenorrhea and this and other complementary treatments should be promoted within health services.

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The Impact of Dysmenorrhea on Quality of Life Among Spanish Female University Students

Fernández‐Martínez

Onieva-Zafra

Parra-Fernández

2019

IJERPH

101

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“…During stretching, flexibility and elasticity of the abdominal and pelvic muscles are increased and severe cramps and contractions are reduced and pain is reduced (28). Studies have shown that with increased flexibility of the abdominal and pelvic muscles, spasm and muscle contraction are reduced and as a result, pain is reduced (28), therefore, given the tensile nature that focuses on muscle elasticity and flexibility, Exercises have been able to reduce the severity of menstrual pain, the results of which are (19,20,22,(29)(30)(31)(32)(33), and disagree with Label (1990) and Harlow (1996) (7,34).…”

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Comparison of the Effect of Stretching Exercises and Combination of Massage - Stretching Exercises on Primary Dysmenorrhea of Female Students of Razi University of Kermanshah

Barati

Farhadi²,

Khalily³

2021

J Clin Res Paramed Sci

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Background: Primary dysmenorrhea is chronic pain during menstruation without the presence of a pelvic pathologic complication. Objectives: The aim this research was comparison of the effect of stretching exercises and combination of massage - stretching exercises on primary dysmenorrhea of female students of Razi University of Kermanshah. Methods: This semi-experimental study was statistical population all female students of Razi University of Kermanshah. 90 students were selected through purposive and convenient sampling method. After obtaining consent and justification of the subjects from the research stages, they were randomly divided into three groups of 30 to practice the protocol. The research instrument consisted of two primary dysmenorrhea and McGill pain questionnaires as well as stretching exercise and massage protocol. The validity of the questionnaires was obtained formally using Cronbach's test. Exercise program for groups was performed in 8 sessions for 3 weeks. Data were analyzed by dependent t-test, one-way ANOVA and Kolmogorov-Smirnov test, to check the normality of the data distribution. Results: The results showed that there were significant differences between the three methods of exercise (stretching, massage and massage- stretching movements) on pain severity (P = 0.938), duration of pain (P = 0.095) and the nature of pain (P = 0.664) There was no significant difference. Conclusions: According to the results of the present study, massage and stretching exercise and massage-stretching combinations are almost as effective and effective as noninvasive methods in reducing the symptoms of sensory pain caused by primary dysmenorrhea. Assistance to girls with dysmenorrhea Selection and application of one of these methods will depend on the individual's abilities and circumstances.

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Exercise for Dysmenorrhoea

Cited by 2 publications

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The Impact of Dysmenorrhea on Quality of Life Among Spanish Female University Students

The Impact of Dysmenorrhea on Quality of Life Among Spanish Female University Students

Comparison of the Effect of Stretching Exercises and Combination of Massage - Stretching Exercises on Primary Dysmenorrhea of Female Students of Razi University of Kermanshah

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