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Effect of Pilates on Pain and Quality of Life in Females with Primary Dysmenorrhea
Corresponding Author(s) : Neha Oswal
International Journal of Allied Medical Sciences and Clinical Research,
Vol. 5 No. 2 (2017): 2017 Volume 5- Issue -2
Abstract
Background and Aim
Dysmenorrhea is a gynecological disorder which is characterized by lower abdominal pain which may irradiate to thighs and top and bottom of the spine. Primary dysmenorrhea occurs when there is no identifiable pelvic disease and tends to occur within 12 months of menarche. This study was carried out to see the effect of Pilates on pain and quality of life in females with primary dysmenorrhea
Participants
40 subjects within the age group of 18-25 years with primary dysmenorrhea.
Intervention
Experimental group was given a structured 8 weeks (3sessions/week, 40mins/day) Pilate’s protocol and control group was observed without exercises and lifestyle modifications
Outcome measure
Pain intensity was determined by Numerical Rating Scale and Quality of life was assessed by HRQOL SF-36 questionnaire.
Results
The results showed that there was highly significant change in pain intensity in experimental group (Pre: 7.15 and Post: 3.80), whereas no significant change was seen in control group (Pre: 6.85 and Post: 6.70). Also, significant changes were seen in all the eight domains of HRQOL SF-36 in experimental group as compared to control group.
Conclusion
Pilates reduces the pain as well as improves the Quality of Life in females with Primary Dysmenorrhea.
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