NCT07520136

Brief Summary

Abstract Primary dysmenorrhea is a common gynecological condition affecting women of reproductive age and negatively impacting quality of life. It is characterized by cramping pain in the lower abdomen that may radiate to the lower back and thighs, leading to decreased daily functioning, academic performance, and psychological well-being. In addition to pharmacological treatments, complementary approaches are increasingly used in the management of dysmenorrhea. Yoga, a mind-body exercise that combines physical movement with mental focus, has been suggested as an effective method for reducing stress and pain associated with dysmenorrhea. The aim of this study is to evaluate the level of awareness about dysmenorrhea in young women with primary dysmenorrhea and to investigate the effects of a yoga program on pain, quality of life, and menstrual attitudes following an educational session provided to all participants. Pain severity, quality of life, and menstrual attitudes will be assessed using validated questionnaires and scales, including the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), awareness questionnaire, functional and emotional dysmenorrhea scale, Menstrual Attitude Scale, and quality of life questionnaire. This study aims to determine whether yoga exercises reduce dysmenorrhea symptoms and improve quality of life in young women with primary dysmenorrhea. Additionally, the study is expected to increase awareness about dysmenorrhea and provide evidence for the effectiveness of yoga as a non-pharmacological intervention.

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Enrollment
50

participants targeted

Target at P25-P50 for not_applicable

Timeline
Completed

Started Jun 2026

Shorter than P25 for not_applicable

Geographic Reach
1 country

1 active site

Status
recruiting

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Study Timeline

Key milestones and dates

First Submitted

Initial submission to the registry

March 30, 2026

Completed
10 days until next milestone

First Posted

Study publicly available on registry

April 9, 2026

Completed
2 months until next milestone

Study Start

First participant enrolled

June 15, 2026

Completed
2 months until next milestone

Primary Completion

Last participant's last visit for primary outcome

August 1, 2026

Completed
Same day until next milestone

Study Completion

Last participant's last visit for all outcomes

August 1, 2026

Completed
Last Updated

July 21, 2026

Status Verified

July 1, 2026

Enrollment Period

2 months

First QC Date

March 30, 2026

Last Update Submit

July 18, 2026

Conditions

Primary Dysmenorrhea

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

  • Pain intensity (VAS)

    The Visual Analog Scale (VAS) was used to assess menstrual pain intensity. Participants rated their pain on a 10-cm horizontal line ranging from 0 (no pain) to 10 (worst imaginable pain). Higher scores indicate greater pain severity.

    Baseline and immediately after the 8-week intervention

Secondary Outcomes (4)

  • Secondary Outcome Measure: Participant Experiences

    after 8 weeks of intervention

  • Functional and Emotional Dysmenorrhea Scale

    baseline and after 8 weeks of intervention

  • Health-Related Quality of Life

    Baseline and Week 8

  • Menstrual Attitudes

    Baseline and Week 8

Study Arms (2)

Yoga Group

EXPERIMENTAL
Other: Yoga Exercise Program

control grup

NO INTERVENTION

Interventions

Yoga Exercise ProgramOTHER

Participants in the intervention group will receive a structured yoga exercise program. The yoga program will include breathing exercises, relaxation techniques, and selected yoga postures targeting the pelvic region. The exercises will be performed regularly for the duration of the study. Pain intensity, quality of life, and menstrual attitudes will be evaluated before and after the intervention.

Yoga Group

Eligibility Criteria

Age18 Years - 25 Years
Sexfemale
Healthy VolunteersNo
Age GroupsAdult (18-64)

You may qualify if:

  • Healthy young women with primary dysmenorrhea
  • Aged between 18-25 years
  • Having a regular menstrual cycle (30-35 days)
  • Menstrual bleeding duration of 3-10 days

You may not qualify if:

  • Having secondary dysmenorrhea
  • Participation in regular physical activity or other exercise programs
  • Use of medication
  • Diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome
  • Having bleeding disorders
  • Positive pregnancy test
  • Being in the breastfeeding period
  • Primary dysmenorrhea attributed to medical disorders or other causes
  • Participants who miss three consecutive sessions or four alternating sessions during the study will be excluded from the research

Contact the study team to confirm eligibility.

Sponsors & Collaborators

Study Sites (1)

Ankara University, Haymana Vocational School

Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)

RECRUITING

Study Design

Study Type
interventional
Phase
not applicable
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Masking
DOUBLE
Who Masked
INVESTIGATOR, OUTCOMES ASSESSOR
Masking Details
Outcome assessors were blinded to group allocation. The therapeutic yoga intervention was delivered by a separate researcher, and the person responsible for statistical analysis was blinded to group allocation during data analysis. Due to the nature of the intervention, participants and the yoga instructor could not be blinded.
Purpose
TREATMENT
Intervention Model
PARALLEL
Sponsor Type
OTHER
Responsible Party
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
PI Title
Lecturer, PhD

Study Record Dates

First Submitted

March 30, 2026

First Posted

April 9, 2026

Study Start

June 15, 2026

Primary Completion

August 1, 2026

Study Completion

August 1, 2026

Last Updated

July 21, 2026

Record last verified: 2026-07

Data Sharing

IPD Sharing
Will not share

Locations

TU(1)