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New treatment option for Primary Dysmenorrhea
Official title Connective Tissue Massage and Music-Based Progressive Muscle Relaxation in Primary Dysmenorrhea
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07647276
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This randomized controlled clinical trial aims to investigate the effects of Connective Tissue Massage (CTM) and music-based Progressive Muscle Relaxation Training (PMRT) on pain intensity, pressure pain threshold, analgesic use, and menstruation-related symptoms in women with primary dysmenorrhea. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: CTM, music-based PMRT, or control.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 30, women only
You may be able to join if
- Having a diagnosis of primary dysmenorrhea made by a Gynecology and Obstetrics specialist
- Being between 18-30 years of age
- Being nulliparous
- Having a regular menstrual cycle (28 ± 7 days)
- Having menstrual pain intensity greater than 4 cm on the Visual Analog Scale for the last 6 months
You likely can't join if
- Having been diagnosed at least 6 months prior with gastrointestinal, urogynecological, autoimmune, or psychiatric diseases and/or chronic pain...
- Having any neurological or systemic disease
- Having a history of childbirth or previous pregnancy
- Being pregnant
- Using an intrauterine device (IUD)
- Having any pelvic pathology or history of pelvic surgery
See the full eligibility criteria
- Having a diagnosis of primary dysmenorrhea made by a Gynecology and Obstetrics specialist
- Being between 18-30 years of age
- Being nulliparous
- Having a regular menstrual cycle (28 ± 7 days)
- Having menstrual pain intensity greater than 4 cm on the Visual Analog Scale for the last 6 months
- Voluntarily agreeing to participate in the study
- Having been diagnosed at least 6 months prior with gastrointestinal, urogynecological, autoimmune, or psychiatric diseases and/or chronic pain syndromes
- Having any neurological or systemic disease
- Having a history of childbirth or previous pregnancy
- Being pregnant
- Using an intrauterine device (IUD)
- Having any pelvic pathology or history of pelvic surgery
- Chronic use of medications, including oral contraceptives or antidepressants
- Currently receiving anti-inflammatory, analgesic, or psychotherapeutic drug treatment
- Having irregular menstrual cycles (\ 35 days and/or cycle variation \>4 days)
- Presence of pathology indicating secondary dysmenorrhea
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Denizli, Turkey (Türkiye)
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 18 years to 30 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Denizli, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.