The use of heat and massage through menstrual heating belts has several benefits for relieving menstrual pain. Here are some key findings from scientific research:
- Pain Relief: Applying heat to the abdominal and lumbar regions is widely used to relieve menstrual pain (dysmenorrhea). Heat helps to relax muscles, improve blood circulation, and reduce muscle tension, which alleviates menstrual cramps.
- Improved Blood Circulation: Applying heat via heating belts helps to improve blood flow in the affected area, helping to reduce pain associated with dysmenorrhea.
- Proven Effectiveness: A recent study showed that heated compression belts were effective in reducing menstrual cramps and discomfort in the abdominal and lumbar regions, demonstrating their capability to decrease cramps and painĀ (Borris et al., 2023).
- Non-Invasive and Cost-Effective: Heating belts are a non-invasive and cost-effective method, often recommended as a complementary treatment for relieving menstrual pain. They do not require medication and can be safely used at homeĀ (KaraÅahin et al., 2016).