--- title: Can deep breathing exercises help with PMS pain and mood symptoms? description: Based on a review of existing studies, deep breathing exercises may ease both the physical pain and the mood symptoms of PMS, but the evidence is not yet stro url: https://niyora.com/research/papers/deep-breathing-exercises-in-reducing-pain-and-psychological-symptoms-of-2026/ --- - [Niyora](https://niyora.com/) - [Research](https://niyora.com/research/) - [Library](https://niyora.com/research/library/) - Can deep breathing exercises help with PMS pain and mood symptoms? Randomised trial, 2026 # Can deep breathing exercises help with PMS pain and mood symptoms? Based on a review of existing studies, deep breathing exercises may ease both the physical pain and the mood symptoms of PMS, but the evidence is not yet strong enough to be fully certain. Early or limited evidence Women of reproductive age with PMS, based on studies published between 2005 and 2025. ## What they did This was a review of existing research rather than a new experiment on real people. The authors searched PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar for studies published between 2005 and 2025 that looked at deep breathing exercises for PMS, including randomized trials, observational studies, and other reviews, and summarized what these studies found. ## What they found Across the studies reviewed, deep breathing exercises appeared to reduce physical complaints like cramps and fatigue, and also improved psychological symptoms such as irritability, anxiety, mood instability, and depression. The authors explain this through deep breathing calming the body's stress response and improving emotional control. ## What it means for you Deep breathing may be a low cost, easy way to ease PMS symptoms, but this review did not test it directly on a new group of women. It pulled together past research, and the authors say larger, high quality trials are still needed before this can be confirmed as a reliable way to manage PMS. 2005-2025 Years of studies covered ## About the study Original title Deep Breathing Exercises In Reducing Pain And Psychological Symptoms Of Premenstrual Syndrome: A Narrative Review Authors Dr. Yamuni Bhandari PT, Prof. (Dr.) Vipin Sharma PT, Prof. (Dr) Bhupesh Goyal PT et al. Journal Genetics and Molecular Research Year 2026 Study design Randomised trial What was tested Deep breathing exercises Open access Yes Read the paper [doi.org/10.4238/qrt0aw67](https://doi.org/10.4238/qrt0aw67) Original abstract Among women of reproductive age, premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a prevalent ailment that is characterized by range of physical and emotional symptoms that interfere with daily life and overall well-being. In recent years, non-pharmacological strategies such as deep breathing exercises have gained attention as potential approaches for symptom management. This narrative review aims to explore and summarize the available evidence on the effectiveness of deep breathing practices in alleviating both pain and psychological symptoms associated with PMS.A comprehensive literature search was conducted using databases including PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar, focusing on studies published between 2005 and 2025. Randomized controlled trials, observational studies, and systematic reviews evaluating the role of deep breathing techniques in PMS management were selected and critically analyzed. Evidence suggests that deep breathing exercises, through their influence on the autonomic nervous system, can significantly reduce physical complaints such as cramps and fatigue, while also improving psychological outcomes like irritability, anxiety, mood instability, and depression. The relaxation response triggered by deep breathing reduces sympathetic activity and enhances emotional regulation. Deep breathing techniques represent a promising, cost-effective, and accessible option for managing both physical and psychological aspects of PMS. However, further large-scale, high-quality randomized controlled trials are necessary to establish standardized protocols, confirm long-term benefits, and validate findings across diverse populations. Reproduced under CC-BY-SA. ## Topics [Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)](https://niyora.com/research/topics/condition-pms/)[Anxiety and tension](https://niyora.com/research/topics/symptom-anxiety/)[Pain and headache](https://niyora.com/research/topics/symptom-pain/)[Exercise and yoga](https://niyora.com/research/topics/treatment-exercise/) Research tells you what helps on average. Niyora helps on the day it hits. 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