The Implementation of Dysmenorrhea Exercises Influences the Level of Menstrual Pain in Adolescent Girls at State Senior High School 1, West Seram
Keywords:
adolescent girls, menstrual pain, dysmenorrhea exercisesAbstract
Background: Primary dysmenorrhea is a common menstrual disorder experienced by adolescent girls, characterized by pain in the lower abdomen or waist, cramps, headaches, and discomfort that can interfere with daily activities, including school participation. Despite its high prevalence, menstrual pain is often inadequately managed, leading to decreased quality of life and learning performance. Non-pharmacological interventions, such as dysmenorrhea exercises, are considered safe, simple, and potentially effective alternatives for managing menstrual pain. Objective: This study aimed to analyze the difference in menstrual pain levels before and after the application of dysmenorrhea exercises in adolescent girls. Method: This study employed a quasi-experimental design with a one-group pretest–posttest approach. The sample consisted of 15 adolescent girls who experienced dysmenorrhea, selected using a total sampling technique. Menstrual pain levels were measured before and after the intervention. Data analysis was conducted using the Wilcoxon test. The study was carried out with consideration of research ethics, including informed consent and participant confidentiality. Results: The results showed a significant difference in menstrual pain levels before and after the application of dysmenorrhea exercises, with a ρ value of 0.000 (<0.05). Discussion: The decrease in pain levels after dysmenorrhea exercises may be explained by physiological mechanisms such as improved blood circulation, muscle relaxation, and increased release of endorphins, which function as natural analgesics. These findings are consistent with existing theories and previous studies that support the effectiveness of physical exercise as a non-pharmacological management for menstrual pain. Conclusion: This study concludes that dysmenorrhea exercises are effective in reducing menstrual pain among adolescent girls. The application of these exercises can be considered an alternative non-pharmacological intervention to help adolescents manage dysmenorrhea and maintain daily activities, particularly in the school environment.
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