Many women experience abdominal pain during their menstrual period. This condition is commonly referred to as dysmenorrhea. When dysmenorrhea occurs, many women's work and life are greatly affected. So we must find a way to alleviate the symptoms of dysmenorrhea. There are actually many ways to relieve menstrual pain, and this article will introduce what to do when experiencing menstrual cramps.
1. Keep the abdomen warm
Keeping the body warm will accelerate blood circulation and relax muscles, especially in spasms and congested pelvic areas.
① Drink more hot herbal tea or hot lemon juice.
② Drinking brown sugar water, if it contains ginger, will be even better and can help alleviate some pain.
③ Find a small handful of Sichuan peppercorns and crush them. Add water to boil, put Sichuan peppercorns into the pot, and cut in some ginger slices. Boil twice to stop the fire. Guide it into a cup and drink it when the water temperature is suitable.
④ Taking a bath by adding 1 cup of sea salt and 1 cup of sodium bicarbonate to a warm water tank and soaking for 20 minutes can help relax muscles and relieve menstrual pain.
⑤ Place a hot compress pad or hot water bottle on the abdomen, one time per minute. It is best not to directly touch the skin, as hot water can easily cause burns. You can put it directly through your underwear.
⑥ Buy a warming sticker and stick it on your lower abdomen and waist. Just stick it on through the clothes.
⑦ Five Red Soup is made by simmering brown sugar, goji berries, peanuts, red dates, and red beans together to make sugar water to drink. It can nourish blood and promote blood circulation. If it hurts, it won't work, but once it becomes smooth, it will be much more soothing.
2. Moderate exercise
Walking or engaging in other moderate exercise before the onset of menstruation will make you more comfortable during the menstrual period. Practicing yoga has a soothing effect.
① Bend your knees and kneel down, sitting on your heels. Place your forehead on the ground and stretch your arms against both sides of your body. Maintain this position until you feel uncomfortable.
② Kneel on the mat with both hands on, legs slightly spread apart, legs at a 90 degree angle, and waist and back relaxed. When inhaling, raise your hips, collapse your waist, and stretch your chin. Maintain this position for about 10 breaths. Exhale, contract your abdomen, arch your back, and lower your head. Hold for about 10 breaths, and this action is complete.
③ Bring your feet together, relax your hands and place them on your thighs, then push out your heels and press them against the ground. Raise your head and chest, and lift your arms upwards. Look at the heel of your palm with your eyes, and move your gaze position as your palm changes. Exhale from the back and push the front leg forward, then kick the heel out. Then bend your hands down and grab your toes with both hands. If you cannot grasp the toes with both hands, you can grasp the calves. Bend your arms to both sides and try to lower your waist as much as possible. Then lean your body downwards. Always keep your back extended, and finally lower your head with your forehead against your legs.
3. Take painkillers
① Taking painkillers can alleviate menstrual pain. When menstrual pain begins, take it together with a small amount of milk or food (1 tablet) to avoid damaging the stomach, and continue taking it until the menstrual pain disappears.
② Taking contraceptive pills can inhibit ovarian ovulation to achieve pain relief. However, excessive use of contraceptive pills is prohibited. Excessive use of contraceptive pills can lead to delayed menstruation.
③ When the pain is severe, painkillers can be taken to ensure normal work, study, and daily life.
This article introduces coping methods for menstrual cramps. If you are a woman with dysmenorrhea, it is best to carefully refer to the methods in this article. The application of these methods can greatly alleviate your dysmenorrhea symptoms.
