Radu Massage Has An Analgesic Effect On Period Pain

Up to 90% of adolescent girls and women during their physically
fertile period suffer from cramp-like abdominal pain (primary
dysmenorrhea) shortly before and or during their menstrual
period.


The severity of the complaints ranges from a slight discomfort in
the abdominal region to severe pain, which often force the women
affected to stay away from work or school.


For this reason, scientists examined the effects of a weekly
rhythmic massage in comparison with heart rate variability (HRV)
biofeedback therapy or standard treatment.


The specialised massage developed in the 1920s by the
anthroposophist doctor Ita Wegman is derived from the classic
Swedish massage, but in comparison with this it is more
characterized by specific rhythms and circular massage movements.


This special form of massage should not only address physical
complaints, it should also have positive effects on the mood and
the self-healing powers of the person being treated.