What lifestyle modifications or non-pharmacological treatments are effective for patients with dysmenorrhoea?

Lifestyle modifications and non-pharmacological treatments effective for patients with dysmenorrhoea include:

• Local application of heat, such as using a hot water bottle or heat patch, to help reduce menstrual pain.
• Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) set to a high frequency as a pain relief method.
• Providing patient education and information about dysmenorrhoea to improve understanding and self-management.
• Encouraging regular exercise, which may help alleviate symptoms.
• Advising on stress reduction techniques and maintaining regular sleep patterns.

These non-drug measures are recommended in addition to pharmacological treatments and can be offered to help reduce pain associated with dysmenorrhoea ¹.