Primary dysmenorrhea
Conditions
Interventions
Experimental group:CRMRF intervention with exercises
Control:Sham CRMRF intervention with exercises
Sponsors
Department of Physical Therapy and Assistive Technology, NYCU, Taiwan, China
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
Female
Age
18 Years to 49 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. Ages of 18 - 49 years 2. Regular menstrual cycle (28 ± 7days) 3. History of primary dysmenorrhea, reporting as painful menstruation in the last 4 previous months with VAS 30~100 mm
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. Regular use of hormonal contraceptives or drugs indicated for dysmenorrhea 2. Pregnancy 3. Secondary dysmenorrhea 4. Contraindications of CRMRF intervention 5. Significant comorbidities, such as neurologic impairment, active skin lesions in the treatment area, or known heat sensitivity
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Visual Analogue Scale, VAS;EQ-5D-5L;Short Form Menstrual Distress Questionnaire; | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Onset time of dysmenorrhea;Usage of medications ; | — |
Countries
China
Contacts
Public ContactWang, Tzyy-Jiuan
Department of Physical Therapy and Assistive Technology, NYCU, Taiwan, China
Outcome results
None listed