Evaluation of the Effect of a Structured Yoga Exercise in Young Women With Primary Dysmenorrhea

NCT07520136 | Not Yet Recruiting

• 1 other identifier: YOGA52U
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 30
• Locations: 0 countries
• Sites: N/A

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.

Conditions

Primary Dysmenorrhea

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Pain Intensity (VAS)

  Pain intensity will be assessed using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) before and after the intervention.

  Baseline and after 8 weeks of intervention

Study Arms (2)

Yoga Group

EXPERIMENTAL

Other: Yoga Exercise Program

control grup

NO INTERVENTION

Interventions

Yoga Exercise Program OTHER

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

• Age: 18 Years - 25 Years
• Sex: female
• Healthy Volunteers: No
• Age Groups: Adult (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

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Ankara University: lead
• The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey: collaborator

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: RANDOMIZED
• Masking: NONE
• 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: April 1, 2026
• Primary Completion (Estimated): August 1, 2026
• Study Completion (Estimated): November 1, 2026
• Last Updated: April 9, 2026

Record last verified: 2026-04

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share