Comparison of Acute Effects of Myofascial Release and Kinesio Taping® in Dysmenorrhea

Myofascial Release Versus Kinesio Taping: Which is More Effective for Dysmenorrhea Relief

Dysmenorrhea is a physiological condition and one of the most common issues experienced during menstruation. This study aims to compare the acute effects of Myofascial Release Technique (MRT) and Kinesio Taping® (KT) on pain severity, fatigue, and menstrual symptom severity in individuals with primary dysmenorrhea (PD).

A total of 45 individuals diagnosed with PD will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: MRT, KT, or control. Pain severity and fatigue will be measured using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), while menstrual symptom severity will be assessed with the Menstrual Symptom Scale, both prior to and following the interventions. The MRT group will be received MRT for three consecutive days starting from the onset of menstruation, whereas the KT group will be applied KT application for a duration of 72 hours. The control group did not receive any form of intervention.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Daignosed with primary dysmenorrhea
• Regular menstruation in the past six months
• Experience menstrual pain ranging between 40-100 mm on the Visual Analog Scale

Exclusion Criteria:

• Diagnosis of secondary dysmenorrhea
• A menstrual cycle length of less than 21 days or more than 35 days
• A history of childbirth or pregnancy
• Use of pharmacological treatments for menstrual pain
• A history of pelvic pathology or pelvic surgery
• The presence of neurological or systemic diseases