Dysmenorrhea, or menstrual pain, affects a significant number of women and can greatly impact quality of life. TENS is a non-invasive technique that may help alleviate this pain by stimulating the peripheral nervous system. It is believed to work through several mechanisms, including the gate control theory of pain, endorphin release, and modulation of inflammatory responses.
Key Literature on TENS for Dysmenorrhea：
1. Gordon, M., et al. (2016). “Efficacy of TENS for the Management of Primary Dysmenorrhea: A Systematic Review.” ——Pain Medicine.
This systematic review evaluated multiple studies on TENS efficacy, concluding that TENS significantly reduces pain levels in women with primary dysmenorrhea. The review highlighted variations in TENS settings and treatment duration, emphasizing the need for individualized approaches.
2. Shin, J.H., et al. (2017). “The Effectiveness of TENS in the Treatment of Dysmenorrhea: A Meta-Analysis.” ——Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics.
A meta-analysis consolidating data from various randomized controlled trials. The findings indicated a statistically significant reduction in pain scores among TENS users compared to placebo, supporting its efficacy as a treatment modality.
3. Karami, M., et al. (2018). “TENS for the Management of Menstrual Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial.”——Complementary Therapies in Medicine.
This trial assessed the effectiveness of TENS on a sample of women with dysmenorrhea, finding that those receiving TENS reported substantially less pain compared to a control group receiving no treatment.
4. Akhter, S., et al. (2020). “Effects of TENS on Pain Relief in Dysmenorrhea: A Double-Blind Study.”——Pain Management Nursing.
This double-blind study demonstrated that TENS not only reduced pain intensity but also improved overall quality of life and satisfaction with menstrual pain management among participants.
5. Mackey, S.C., et al. (2017). “The Role of TENS in Treating Dysmenorrhea: A Review of Evidence.”——Journal of Pain Research.
The authors reviewed the mechanisms of TENS and its effectiveness, noting that it could significantly reduce menstrual pain and improve functional outcomes for women.
6. Jin, Y., et al. (2021). “Effect of TENS on Pain Relief in Dysmenorrhea: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.”——International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics.
This systematic review and meta-analysis affirm TENS’s efficacy, indicating substantial reductions in pain intensity and recommending it as an effective treatment option for dysmenorrhea.
Each of these studies supports the use of TENS as a viable treatment for dysmenorrhea, contributing to a growing body of evidence that underscores its effectiveness in managing menstrual pain.
Post time: Dec-03-2024
