Primary Dysmenorrhea and Mobilization.

Comparison of the Structured FEMOB Mobilization Technique and the MOPEXE Exercise Model in Women With Primary Dysmenorrhea

72 women diagnosed with primary dysmenorrhea were included in the study and divided into four groups. the first group received treatment with a mobilization approach, the second group received motor imagery-focused exercises and the third group, as a electrotherapy group and fourth received no treatment was applied.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Women aged 18-30 years
• Clinically confirmed primary dysmenorrhea
• Regular menstrual cycles during the previous six months
• Menstrual pain intensity of ≥4 cm on the Visual Analog Scale (VAS)
• Voluntary agreement to participate in the study

Exclusion Criteria:

• Secondary dysmenorrhea or gynecological pathology such as endometriosis, uterine fibroids, or pelvic inflammatory disease
• Pregnancy
• Pelvic physiotherapy within the previous six months
• Neurological, rheumatological, or serious systemic disease
• Communication difficulties preventing participation or questionnaire completion
• Regular use of oral contraceptives