The Effectiveness of Connective Tissue Mobilization and Kinesio Taping to Enhance Quality of Life in Females with Primary Dysmenorrhea

Background of the Study: Primary Dysmenorrhea is a spasmodic pain or cramp during menstruation which occurs without any pelvic disease. It is most commonly seen (50%-70%) in teenage girls and menstruating women which influencing them physically and mentally. Female with PD experiences pain and discomfort during menstruation which affects the quality of life. Objective of the Study: To find out and compare the effectiveness of Kinesio Taping and Connective Tissue Mobilization to reduce pain and improve the quality of life in females with Primary Dysmenorrhea. Methodology: An experimental study consists of 30 women with Primary Dysmenorrhea, aged between 18 to 35 years, they were randomly allocated into two equal groups according to selection criteria. Group A received Kinesio Taping, one day before menstruation for 2 sessions, 8 weeks and Group B received Connective Tissue Mobilization, one day before menstruation for 5 consecutive days, 8 weeks. Both groups were measured for pain by using pre and post tested by NPRS, MEDI-Q, WaLIDD scale. Results: The subjects who were supervised to attend all the sessions were shown a difference in their NPRS, WaLIDD, MEDI-Q score and reduce pain and discomfort in women with Primary Dysmenorrhea. The study concluded that Kinesio Taping is more effective than Connective Tissue Mobilization in reducing pain and improving QOL among females with PD.