Regular physical activity and exercise relieve menstrual pain more effectively than applying a warm heating pad to the abdomen.
This was reported by gynecologist and reproductive health researcher Mike Armor to The Independent.
Armor identified sports as not the most obvious way to reduce pain during menstruation. However, according to him, there is a logical explanation for its effectiveness: physical activity stimulates blood circulation and the production of endorphins, which reduces painful sensations. "If you imagine a pain scale from zero to ten, physical activity can reduce the intensity of pain by an average of 2.5 points," the doctor noted.
The doctor added that there are two types of pain. The first occurs in healthy women due to uterine contractions, while the second is associated with conditions like endometriosis or fibroids. Armor emphasized that both types can be alleviated with exercise.
He stressed that almost any activity helps reduce pain sensations — aerobics, swimming, walking. The expert identified strength training with pose retention as the most effective.
