Massage and Pre-Menstrual Syndrome

Massage relieves symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) to a great extent. Women suffering from symptoms of PMS, for instance irritability, headaches, anxiety and weight gain feel relief by getting regular massage sessions. The results of a study on massage and PMS indicated that women who went through massage therapy experience a decrease in anxiety, depression, and perceived pain (and an overall reduction in PMS symptoms including pain and water retention. Massage therapy may be an effective long-term aid for pain reduction and water retention, and short-term for decreasing anxiety and improving mood for women with premenstrual dysphonic disorder [Journal of Psychosomatic Obstetrics & Gynecology, March 2000, Vol 21, pp 9-15 ].