Effect of Pilates Exercises Versus Gym Exercises On Primary Dysmenorrhea
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- What is being studied
- The protocol lists: Pilates Exercises, gym exercises.
- Who it may be relevant to
- Registry conditions: Primary Dysmenorrhea (PD). Basic parameters: 17 Weeks — 25 Weeks · Female.
- What needs checking
- Age, condition and sex are only basic indicators. Prior treatment, laboratory values and other mandatory requirements appear in the eligibility criteria below.
- Where it takes place
- Center list to be confirmed — check the primary protocol.
- Next step
- Save the trial, show it to the treating physician, and confirm current recruitment with the study center. Costs, documents and travel →
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Overview
This study will be conducted to assess the effect of Pilates Exercises Versus Gym Exercises On Primary Dysmenorrhea.
Detailed description
Dysmenorrhea is a chronic, recurrent pain that manifests as Menstrual cramps or painful periods. It is the most common Gynecologic problem in women of all ages and races, and one of the Most common causes of pelvic pain . There are two types of dysmenorrhea; primary dysmenorrhea, and Secondary a dysmenorrhea. Primary dysmenorrhea (PD) is defined as Colic pain in the suprapubic region and lower abdomen with Irradiation to the lumbar region and thighs that occurs before or During menstruation in the absence of pelvic diseases. The Manifestation of it usually appears 6 months after menarche. The pain Starts shortly before or at the onset of menses and may last for 3 days ,While, secondary Dysmenorrhea is usually associated with pelvic diseases Inside or outside the uterus that could account for their Symptoms; such as endometriosis, adenomyosis, or uterine Fibroids pharmacological therapies include physiotherapeutic treatments such as the use of heating pads and regular physical exercise, dietary supplements (such as vitamins B, D, and E, or omega-3 fatty acids), acupuncture, yoga, massage, and herbal remedies in the management of PD . The pilates exercises is one of the physiotherapy methods, which improves mental and physical well-being, increases Flexibility, and strengthens muscles through controlled movements done as mat exercises and strengthen the body
. Pilates exercise has a positive effect on health Physical fitness as it increases the muscular Strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, cardiorespiratory endurance and a positive effect on Female sex hormone. Pilates exercise is a good one for the promotion of physical metabolism and Physiological function by positive change of immunoglobulin and sex hormone . The Gym exercises is One of the physiotherapy methods, which is known for strengthening core muscles and being effective in improvement of muscular function of abdominal and low back in addition to range of motion and pain relief. Gym exercises focus on strengthening muscles in the abdominal, leg, arm, and back regions. Additionally, they improve balance, stability, and blood circulation, ultimately contributing to the alleviation of menstrual pain .Intense physical activity is thought to trigger the secretion of beta-endorphins, which function like natural painkillers, thereby alleviating menstrual pain often connected with primary dysmenorrheoea .
Interventions
- Other Pilates Exercises
patient with primary dysmenorrhea will receive gym Exercises 3 sessions per week for 3 months. Gym exercises focus on strengthening muscles in the abdominal, leg, arm, and back regions. Additionally, they improve balance, stability, and blood circulation, ultimately contributing to the alleviation of menstrual pain Intense physical activity is thought to trigger the secretion of beta-endorphins, which function like natural painkillers, thereby alleviating menstrual pain often connected with prim - Other gym exercises
Gym Exercises patient with primary dysmenorrhea will receive gym Exercises 3 sessions per week for 3 months. Gym exercises focus on strengthening muscles in the abdominal, leg, arm, and back regions. Additionally, they improve balance, stability, and blood circulation, ultimately contributing to the alleviation of menstrual pain Intense physical activity is thought to trigger the secretion of beta-endorphins, which function like natural painkillers, thereby alleviating menstrual pain often conne
Primary outcome measures
- assessment of pain intensity [Time frame: before and after 12 weeks of treatment]
- assessment of primary dysmenorrhea symptoms [Time frame: before and after 12 weeks of treatment]
Secondary outcome measures (1)
- Assessment of quality of life [Time frame: before and after 12 of treatment]
Eligibility criteria
Inclusion criteria
Healthy young virgin females suffering from primary dysmenorrhea diagnosed by the gynecologist.
- Their ages will be ranged from 17-25 years old
- Their body mass index will be ranged from 20-25 kg/ m²
- All females have regular menstruation
Exclusion criteria
- Females will be excluded from the study if they have;
- Any gynecological problem such as irregular menstrual cycle, secondary dysmenorrhea due to endometriosis, ovarian cyst, uterine fibroid and congenital malformation or pelvic inflammation.
- Cardiovascular diseases
- Respiratory diseases.
- Liver and kidney dysfunctions
Criteria are shown verbatim from the registry (in English). Final eligibility is always assessed by the study center.
Healthy volunteers: No
Study design
- Allocation
- Randomized
- Model
- Parallel assignment
- Masking
- Single blind
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
Study locations
Center list to be confirmed — check the primary protocol.
Identifiers
NCT: NCT07669883 · P.T.REC/012/006375