Muscle Energy Technique and Myofascial Chain Training for Menstrual Pain in Primary Dysmenorrhea (METPD-25)

This intervention consisted of a combination of Muscle Energy Technique (MET) for iliac and sacral dysfunctions (20 minutes per session) and myofascial chain-based pelvic stabilization training (including curl-ups, planks, and anti-rotation exercises; 30 minutes per session), targeting pelvic alignment and neuromuscular control. Sessions were conducted 3 times per week, 50 minutes per session, for 4 consecutive weeks.

Interferential current therapy (ICT) was applied to the lumbar (lower back), sacroiliac, and iliac crest regions, 3 sessions per week, 20 minutes per session, for 4 weeks.

Deep friction massage was administered to the lumbar, sacroiliac, and iliac crest regions for 30 minutes per session, 3 sessions per week, for 4 weeks.