It has been found that women with dysmenorrhea have active trigger points, particularly in the rectus abdominis, oblique abdominal muscles, quadratus lumborum, and paraspinal muscles. The myofascial release technique is a widely used manual therapy method characterized by the application of low-load, long-duration mechanical forces to manipulate the myofascial complex. This technique aims to restore optimal length, alleviate pain, and improve function. This study aims to examine the effect of the myofascial release technique on central sensitization, myofascial trigger points, and menstrual symptoms in women with primary dysmenorrhea.
Diagnosed with Primary Dysmenorrhea according to the Primary Dysmenorrhea Consensus Guide,
Having regular menstruation in the last 6 months (28±7 days)
Those who had menstrual pain between 40 mm and 100 mm according to the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) in the last 6 months
Diagnosed with Secondary Dysmenorrhea,
Having given birth,
Those with serious gastrointestinal, urogynecological, or autoimmune diseases or other chronic pain syndromes,
Undergoing urogynecological surgery,