Management of primary dysmenorrhea mainly depends on
NSAID usage. In some patients, however, the medical treatment
causes side effects and the pain-killer effect of medications may
fade away with repetitive use. It is not always possible to keep the
level of menstruation pain at an acceptable level even with
various medical agents. Therefore many women and physicians
look for alternative ways of relieving pain in such conditions.
Medical acupuncture, massage therapy and protective measures
such as keeping the feet and belly warm are among those
methods.