Sacroiliac Joint Manipulation for Dysmenorrhea Relief
Author Information
Author(s): Park Sungeon, Kim Hyunjoong, Jung Jihye, Lee Seungwon
Primary Institution: Sahmyook University
Hypothesis
Does sacroiliac joint manipulation improve autonomic nervous system balance and reduce lower abdominal pain in women with primary dysmenorrhea?
Conclusion
Sacroiliac joint manipulation effectively improves autonomic nervous system balance and reduces lower abdominal pain in women with primary dysmenorrhea.
Supporting Evidence
- Changes in heart rate variability showed improvements in autonomic nervous system balance only in the sacroiliac joint manipulation group.
- A significant decrease in lower abdominal pain was observed in both groups after the intervention.
- The MMDQ scores decreased after sacroiliac joint manipulation with greater improvements compared to superficial heat therapy.
Takeaway
This study shows that a specific type of back manipulation can help women feel less pain during their periods.
Methodology
40 participants were randomly assigned to either sacroiliac joint manipulation or superficial heat therapy, with assessments of heart rate variability and pain scores at baseline, 4 weeks, and 8 weeks.
Limitations
The study had a small sample size and potential confounding lifestyle factors affecting heart rate variability.
Participant Demographics
Women aged 20-29 with primary dysmenorrhea.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Confidence Interval
95% CI: 20.66, 87.15
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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