Premenstrual Syndrome
Conditions
Keywords
Premenstrual Syndrome, Nursing, Su-Jok, Progressive muscle relaxation exercise
Brief summary
The aim of this study is to determine the effect of su-jok application and progressive muscle relaxation exercise in coping with premenstrual syndrome.
Detailed description
Various medications can be used to relieve PMS symptoms, but there is no treatment to completely eliminate it. For this reason, women may seek traditional and alternative practices to reduce PMS complaints. Alternative methods such as herbal treatment, aromatherapy, acupuncture, nutrition regulation and stress control can be used to relieve PMS symptoms. It has been stated that applying mind-body based therapies to relieve PMS symptoms is safe and cost-effective. Such interventions include progressive muscle relaxation exercise (PCGE), paced breathing, clinical hypnosis, yoga, mindfulness, reflexology, and cognitive behavioral therapies. Su-Jok application, which is an alternative method, can also be used to relieve PMS symptoms. In Su-Jok therapy, the practitioner stimulates points on the hands and feet to activate auto-regulatory mechanisms and bring the body to a healthy state. Due to the negative effects of PMS on daily life, knowing the frequency of occurrence and risk factors is expected to contribute and guide individuals in coping with PMS. While PMS threatens the health of the individual in particular, it generally brings socio-economic burdens to the individual, family and society.
Interventions
PROCEDUREProgressive Muscle Relaxation Exercise Group
Exercise Group
PROCEDURESu-Jok Intervention
Hand massage with seeds
Sponsors
Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
SUPPORTIVE_CARE
Masking
SINGLE (Subject)
Masking description
Double (Participant, Outcomes Assessor) Since the application will be performed by the researcher, participant will be blinded in this study. The statistician will be blinded in the evaluation of the data.
Intervention model description
Three groups with su-jok group, progressive muscle relaxation exercise group and control group
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
FEMALE
Age
18 Years to 30 Years
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
* Getting over 104 points from the PMS scale, * Having regular menstruation, * Not having any chronic disease, * Not using any method to cope with PMS.
Exclusion criteria
* Having irregular menstruation, * Having musculoskeletal system and respiratory diseases, * Having a diagnosed psychiatric disease, * Having a disease that may cause premenstrual symptoms and receiving medical treatment (thyroid diseases, heart failure, neurological disorders)
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| PAIN Visual Analog Scale (VAS)- (Min:0 - Max:10) | 3 months | In the 1st, 2nd and 3rd month menstrual periods; * Premenstrual Syndrome Scale * VAS evaluation scale will be applied. |
| FATIGUE Visual Analog Scale (VAS)- (Min:0 - Max:10) | 3 months | In the 1st, 2nd and 3rd month menstrual periods; * Premenstrual Syndrome Scale * VAS evaluation scale will be applied. |
| SLEEP STATE Visual Analog Scale (VAS)- (Min:0 - Max:10) | 3 months | In the 1st, 2nd and 3rd month menstrual periods; * Premenstrual Syndrome Scale * VAS evaluation scale will be applied. |
| NAUSEA VOMITING Visual Analog Scale (VAS)- (Min:0 - Max:10) | 3 months | In the 1st, 2nd and 3rd month menstrual periods; * Premenstrual Syndrome Scale * VAS evaluation scale will be applied. |
| Change in Premenstrual Symptoms (People with PMS scale scores over 104 points will be determined). | 3 months | In the 1st, 2nd and 3rd month menstrual periods; * Premenstrual Syndrome Scale * VAS evaluation scale will be applied. |
Countries
Turkey (Türkiye)
Contacts
Primary ContactFiliz Ünal Toprak, PhD
Outcome results
None listed