AUTHOR(S): Sonia and Baljinder Rana

ABSTRACT:
Among the menstrual disorders of the female reproductive period, Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) is the most prevalent. The intensity of the signs and symptoms in each of these conditions may compromise the physical, psychological and social well-being of the woman at the stage of the menstrual cycle. Various researches showed a positive correlation between physical exercises and PMS. The purpose of the study is to observe the prevalence of PMS in females doing regular exercises daily and sedentary lifestyle women also to compare the sign and symptoms of PMS between two groups. Premenstrual Symptoms Screening Tool (PSST-A) which is a revised form of PSST (Steiner et al. 2003) is used as a tool. Questionnaire also include the personal and medical information in it. Significant difference exists between both the groups which revealed physical exercises can reduce the symptoms of PMS.

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