The Effects Of Relaxation Training In Women With Primary Dysmenorrhea

The Effects Of Relaxation Training In Women With Primary Dysmenorrhea

The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of relaxation training on menstrual pain severity, menstrual symptoms, impact of quality of life, impact of work/academic performance, impact of social activity level and anxiety level in women with primary dysmenorrhea (PD) complaints.

PD is the cramping pain that comes before or during a menstrual period. Relaxation training contributes to the reduction of stress and pain. Thus, there is a need to investigate the effects of relaxation training in dysmenorrhea.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Women with primary dysmenorrhea complaint according to the Primary Dysmenorrhea Consensus Guide,
• Over 18 years of age,
• Having a mean pain intensity of moderate and higher according to the Visual Analogue Scale in the last 6 months,
• Having a regular menstrual cycle (28±7 days),
• Volunteered to participate in the study.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Having a pathological history and radiological findings pointing to secondary dysmenorrhea,
• Using oral contraceptives/antidepressants at least 6 months,
• Receiving hormone therapy,
• Undergoing pelvic surgery,
• Pregnant,
• Giving birth,
• Using an intrauterine device,
• Having neurological, orthopedic and/or rheumatological diseases
• Having a psychiatric disease,
• Having a history of malignancy