Reference; https://mbp-japan.com/jijico/articles/32357/
Modified and translated by CFJA
Does Severe Menstrual Pain Lower Quality of Life? Is Fundamental Treatment for Menstrual Pain Possible?!
If you find that acupuncture treatment can reduce or eliminate your menstrual pain, we encourage you to consider fundamental treatment. For those interested in “fundamental therapy,” the treatment duration will vary depending on whether you have any underlying conditions. However, by continuing treatment 1 to 4 times a month for about 6 to 10 months, you may stop experiencing menstrual pain altogether.
A research paper from the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences at Hiroshima University, titled “Quality of Life Based on the Severity of Dysmenorrhea in Young and Adult Japanese Women: A Web-Based Cross-Sectional Study,” examined lifestyle habits in women under 30 with functional dysmenorrhea (menstruation without any underlying disease). It investigated how various health-related factors (smoking, drinking, sleep duration, breakfast intake, snacks, exercise) were associated with different severity levels of symptoms (mild, moderate, severe). The results showed no significant characteristics, indicating that menstrual pain occurs independently of lifestyle factors. Instead, the study highlights that various symptoms beyond menstrual pain can lower quality of life and contribute to poverty. Many people experience discomfort related to menstruation but cannot rest due to a lack of understanding from others. This issue was also covered by NHK in “I Don’t Want to Go to School Because of Menstrual Pain: The Reality of Students Who Can’t Rest Even If They Want To.” Improving menstrual pain has become a social issue.
High school and university students often lead busy lives filled with study, resulting in a tendency toward nocturnal habits. Shifting to a morning-oriented lifestyle and avoiding activities that cause the body to cool can be beneficial. Regular morning baths can disrupt one’s physical condition, so lifestyle improvements may be necessary.
For those who do not find relief from drug treatment (internal medicine), we recommend considering acupuncture and moxibustion treatment.
Acupuncture and Blood Stasis Treatment Are Effective for Functional Dysmenorrhea
Many case studies on functional dysmenorrhea have been presented at acupuncture-related conferences in Eastern medicine. Acupuncture treatment is effective, so we encourage you to consult with us. Keeping your body warm is also an important factor.
It is crucial to improve menstrual pain in your teens and twenties. After your thirties, there is a possibility of transitioning to organic dysmenorrhea, such as endometriosis, so reviewing your lifestyle is essential.
Yoga is recommended for relieving menstrual pain. We encourage you to incorporate it into your routine for maintaining your health and managing your well-being.