Dysmenorrhea (Painful Period)
Patient Details:
Female, 27 years old
Problem Faced:
She complained of a painful period over the past 10 months. She used to have tremendous pain during the menstrual cycle. The pain was usually located in the lower abdomen and used to radiate to the inner thighs and back. She was not able to attend the office during her period, making her depressed.
Treatment Adopted:
A 15-session course of acupuncture on alternate days along with ear acupuncture and Tui Na was given. After a rest of 7 days, the same course was repeated. The diet and exercise were suggested.
Result:
Now she is free from all the symptoms of a painful period and she can attend her office during her monthly cycle without any discomfort.