Exploring Electroacupuncture Treatment for Moderate to Severe Dysmenorrhea Caused by Adenomyosis in Women Aged 18 to 50

What this Trial Is About

This research aims to assess the effects and safety of electroacupuncture in women with moderate to severe menstrual pain caused by adenomyosis. It focuses on how this treatment may impact pain levels and associated symptoms over several menstrual cycles. The study is exploratory and designed to gather preliminary data on this approach. Participants are randomly assigned to one of two groups. One group first receives electroacupuncture treatments during two consecutive menstrual cycles, followed by a one-cycle break, then sham electroacupuncture for two cycles. The other group receives these treatments in the reverse order. Electroacupuncture involves using specific acupuncture needles and an electrical device applied to targeted points for 30 minutes per session, three times per cycle. During the study, participants will track their pain using a numerical rating scale across six menstrual cycles and complete questionnaires related to menstrual symptoms, blood loss, and mental health. Researchers will monitor changes in pain intensity, symptom severity, and quality of life. The total study duration includes treatment, washout, and follow-up cycles, allowing detailed evaluation of treatment effects and safety.

Electroacupuncture for Dysmenorrhea Secondary to Adenomyosis