Volume :
5
Issue :
2
Abstract :
Background and Aim Dysmenorrhea is a gynecological disorder which is characterized by lower abdominal pain which may irradiate to thighs and top and bottom of the spine. Primary dysmenorrhea occurs when there is no identiï¬able pelvic disease and tends to occur within 12 months of menarche. This study was carried out to see the effect of Pilates on pain and quality of life in females with primary dysmenorrhea Participants 40 subjects within the age group of 18-25 years with primary dysmenorrhea. Intervention Experimental group was given a structured 8 weeks (3sessions/week, 40mins/day) Pilate’s protocol and control group was observed without exercises and lifestyle modifications Outcome measure Pain intensity was determined by Numerical Rating Scale and Quality of life was assessed by HRQOL SF-36 questionnaire. Results The results showed that there was highly significant change in pain intensity in experimental group (Pre: 7.15 and Post: 3.80), whereas no significant change was seen in control group (Pre: 6.85 and Post: 6.70). Also, significant changes were seen in all the eight domains of HRQOL SF-36 in experimental group as compared to control group. Conclusion Pilates reduces the pain as well as improves the Quality of Life in females with Primary Dysmenorrhea.