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. 2011 Dec;61(6):675-82.
doi: 10.1007/s13224-011-0117-5. Epub 2012 Feb 14.

Effects of aerobic exercise at different intensities in pre menstrual syndrome

R Vishnupriya  1 , P Rajarajeswaram
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Effects of aerobic exercise at different intensities in pre menstrual syndrome

R Vishnupriya et al. J Obstet Gynaecol India. 2011 Dec.

Abstract

Objectives: The purpose of this study is to analyze the potential benefits of aerobic exercises at different intensities in the management of pre menstrual syndrome.

Methods: The study design is quasi-experimental; sixty-one female subjects were randomly allocated into three groups, Group A (mild intensity), Group B (moderate intensity) and Group C (severe intensity) and the intervention were given for 6 weeks. The study setting was general community settings. The outcome measures were menstrual symptom questionnaire, VO(2) max, forced vital capacity (FVC), maximum voluntary ventilation (MVV) and lipid profile (HDL, LDL, TGL).

Results: There is significant decrease in menstrual symptoms in both Groups B and C. However, Group C improved with increased rate of perceived exertion. LDL levels did not change significantly but HDL, TGL, VO(2) max, FVC, and MVV improved significantly in Groups B and C, but remains significantly unchanged in Group A.

Conclusions: This study encourages the employment of regular, moderate intensity aerobic exercise as a potential intervention for pre menstrual syndrome.

Keywords: Aerobic exercise; Menstrual symptoms; Metabolic changes; Pre menstrual syndrome; Quality of life.

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Mean difference scores of three groups. A-T subjects; MSS Menstrual symptom score; MD Mean difference
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Mean difference scores of three groups
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Mean difference scores of three groups
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Mean difference scores of three groups
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