Thesis (M.Sc.) - Cairo University - Faculty of Physical Therapy - Department of Physical Therapy for Gynaecology and Obstetrics

The purpose of this study was to compare the effect of Kinesio taping and spiral taping, to investigate the efficacy of the two types of taping as methods for alleviating premenstrual syndrome. Subjects: Sixty virgin women were selected from faculty of pharmacy Zagazig University to share in the study. Their ages ranged from 20-25 years and their BMI was {u2264} 30 kg/m2.They were divided randomly into three equal groups.Group (A) Consisted of 20 women treated by kinesio taping on abdominal and back regions three times per week for about six weeks starting from 14 days before menstruation until its end for three consequent menstruation. Group (B) Consisted of 20 women treated by spiral taping on the tender points of the antigravity muscles three times per week for about six weeks starting from 14 days before menstruation until its end for three consequent menstruation. Group (C) consisted of 20 women received advice about premenstrual syndrome and how to relieve for about six weeks starting from 14 days before menstruation until its end for three consequent menstruation. All women in the three groups (A, B&C) were evaluated by using Visual analogue scale and Menstrual Distress Questionnaire before and after treatment. Results: The results of this study showed statistically significant decrease in mean value of VAS of Kinesio group and spiral group. While there was a highly statistically significant decrease in symptoms of premenstrual syndrome in the group A (kinesio group) compared with those in other groups. Conclusion: From the previous results, it could be concluded that both taping methods before menstruation brought significant relief to menstrual pain, however kinesio taping is more effective than spiral taping method in alleviating premenstrual symptoms

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