Effect of Functional Exercises on Pain and Quality of Life in Females With Primary Dysmenorrhea

Effect of Functional Exercises on Pain and Quality of Life in Females With Primary Dysmenorrhea

The aim of the study will be to investigate the effect of functional exercises on pain and quality of life in females with primary dysmenorrhea.

Primary dysmenorrhea and menstrual pain are significant health, social and economic problems. It involves a broad spectrum of physical and emotional manifestations, with 50% to 91 % prevalence in young women.

Women with primary dysmenorrhea report significantly lower quality of life because of bodily pain, general health condition, and physical and social functioning. It compromises the most common gynecological alternations and is the primary cause of women's academic and work absenteeism, which reduces the quality of life, daily activities, and economic situation due to decreased working hours.

Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs are the first therapeutic line for primary dysmenorrhea; however, they might be accompanied by undesirable side effects, such as dyspepsia, headache, and drowsiness.

So, there is a need for safe interventions with no side effects. Therefore, this study aims to investigate the effects of functional exercises on pain and quality of life in females with primary dysmenorrhea.

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Their ages will be ranged from 18 to 25 years
2. They will be suffering from primary dysmenorrhea based on the Menstrual Distress questionnaire.
3. Their BMI will be ranged from 20 to 25 kg/m2.
4. Having regular menstrual cycles (one every 28-34 days).
5. They will be sedentary virgin females.
6. They are non-smokers.
7. They have not been in any exercise program for three months.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Having secondary dysmenorrhea.
2. Using regular medication or contraceptive pills.
3. Having neuromuscular, metabolic, or cardiac diseases.
4. Having a preexisting condition prevents them from engaging in an exercise program.