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Progressive Muscle Relaxation and Kinesio Taping for Premenstrual Syndrome
Sponsor: ASLI ER KORUCU
Summary
This randomized controlled trial evaluated the effects of progressive muscle relaxation exercise, kinesio taping, and their combined application on premenstrual symptoms, perceived stress, severity of depressive symptoms, and sleep quality among university students with premenstrual syndrome. Participants were randomly assigned to progressive muscle relaxation, kinesio taping, combined progressive muscle relaxation and kinesio taping, or a control group. The interventions were implemented for 8 weeks. Outcomes were assessed at baseline, immediately after the intervention, and 1 month after completion of the intervention.
Official title: The Effects of Progressive Muscle Relaxation Exercise and Kinesio Taping on Stress, Depression, and Sleep Quality in University Students With Premenstrual Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Key Details
Gender
FEMALE
Age Range
Any - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
194
Start Date
2017-12-11
Completion Date
2018-08-02
Last Updated
2026-08-27
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Progressive Muscle Relaxation Exercise
Participants received supervised progressive muscle relaxation exercise involving the sequential tensing and relaxing of 16 muscle groups together with deep-breathing techniques. Two consecutive 20-minute sessions were conducted at each visit, resulting in 40 minutes of exercise. The intervention was delivered twice weekly for 8 weeks, for a total of 16 visits, and was initiated after menstrual bleeding had ended.
Kinesio Taping
During the luteal phase, an 8-cm strip of kinesio tape was applied vertically along the lower abdominal midline, and a 10-cm strip was applied horizontally across the vertical strip. The middle sections were applied with 25% tension, whereas the ends were applied without tension. The tape was replaced every 4 days during the luteal phase over two menstrual cycles and was reapplied if it detached prematurely. Each application lasted approximately 15 minutes, including preparation and participant instruction.
Locations (1)
Ankara University
Ankara, Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)