Investigation of The Efficacy of the Relaxation Technique on Primary Dysmenorrhea and Menstrual Symptoms: A Randomized Controlled Longitudinal Trail
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Aim: The aim of this study is to examine the effectiveness of Mitchell's relaxation technique applied to young women with primary dysmenorrhea (PD) on dysmenorrhea and menstrual symptoms in long-term follow-ups.
Methods: This is a randomized-controlled intervention trial. A total of 76 students, 37 in the intervention and 39 in the control group, were included in the study. Data collection tools were a Descriptive Information Form, the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), and the Menstrual Symptom Scale (MSS). The intervention group was followed during five menstrual cycles, four of which were consecutive. During a total of three menstrual cycles, 30-minute educational video lessons were given every day on menstrual days or at least three times a week. It was determined that the groups were independent and homogeneous in terms of the specified characteristics.
Results: There was no statistically significant difference between the groups in terms of VAS and MSS scores in the first follow-up, but differences were found in the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th follow-ups (p<0.05). It was determined that the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th follow-up VAS and MSS scores of the intervention group were significantly lower than those of the control group.
Conclusion: Mitchell's relaxation education has positive effects on dysmenorrhea and menstrual symptoms. Women can receive this education and include it in their daily life.
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