Dysmenorrhea (Period Pain)

Feb 13

WHAT IS DYSMENORRHEA (Period Pain)?
Dysmenorrhea is the medical term for the painful cramps that may occur immediately before or during the menstrual period.

SIGNS & SYMPTOMS OF DYSMENORRHEA (Period Pain)

Aching pain in the abdomen (Pain can be severe at times.)
Feeling of pressure in the abdomen
Pain in the hips, lower back, and inner thighs

HOW CAN OSTEOPATHY ADVICE HELP WITH RELIEVING DYSMENORRHEA (Period Pain) ?

Place a heat pad or hot water bottle on your lower back and abdomen for 20mins 2-3x daily
Your Osteopath can help you massage your lower back and abdomen to help relieve muscular soreness and cramping
Your Osteopath can give out exercise rehab with pelvic rocking exercises and lumbosacral mobilisation
LOTS OF REST!

HEALTHY DIET & LIFESTYLE:
Follow a diet rich in complex carbohydrates such as whole grains, fruits, and vegetables, but low in salt, sugar, alcohol, and caffeine.
Eat light but frequent meals.
Avoid any soy products.
Take warm showers or baths with Epsom Salt.

SUPPLEMENTS TO TAKE DAILY 3x DAYS BEFORE YOUR PERIOD TO HELP WITH PAIN RELIEF!
(IF NAPROGESIC OR MEDICATION DOES NOT HELP):