Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy for Dysmenorrhea

the Efficacy of Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy for Primary Dysmenorrhea

purpose of this study to investigate the effect of Extracorporeal shock wave therapy on pain and prostaglandin level in patient with primary dysmenorrhea

This randomized controlled trial is to determine the effect of shock wave therapy in the treatment of primary dysmenorrhea.

females are randomly assigned into 2 groups: group A SWT treatment plus dietary modification during PD (n=25） GROUP B:dietary modification only (n=25）;

Participants in group B will receive dietary modification for three successive months

The numerical rating scale (NRS) and prostaglandin blood level will be recorded and evaluated before and after treatment.

Inclusion Criteria:

1. ages ranged between18 - 25 years old.
2. body mass index (BMI) will not exceed 30kg/m2.
3. females will be diagnosed by the physician as primary dysmenorrhea.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Secondary dysmenorrhea .
2. Mental health problem such as depression and anxiety.
3. Irregular periods