--- title: Do core stability exercises help women with PMDD? | Niyora description: Yes. After 8 weeks of core stability exercises, women with PMDD had reduced pain and improved ability to do daily activities. url: https://niyora.com/research/papers/effect-of-core-stability-exercises-on-activity-of-daily-living-pain-among-2026/ --- - [Niyora](https://niyora.com/) - [Research](https://niyora.com/research/) - [Library](https://niyora.com/research/library/) - Do core stability exercises help women with PMDD? Lab study, 2026 # Do core stability exercises help women with PMDD? Yes. After 8 weeks of core stability exercises, women with PMDD had reduced pain and improved ability to do daily activities. Moderate study design 34 college women aged 18-25 with PMDD ## What they did 34 college women aged 18-25 with PMDD did targeted core stability exercises for 8 weeks, focusing on strengthening deep abdominal muscles (transverse abdominis, multifidus, pelvic floor, and deep stabilizers). Pain level and daily activity ability were measured before and after. ## What they found Pain scores decreased. Daily activity ability improved. The exercises were safe and well-tolerated. ## What it means for you Core stability exercises appear to help reduce pain and improve function in women with PMDD. This could be a non-invasive option to try. The study involved relatively few women (34) and college-age women, so findings might not apply to all women with PMDD. 34 women with PMDD 18-25 age range in years 8 weeks of exercise program ## About the study Original title Effect of core stability exercises on activity of daily living & pain among college-going girls diagnosed with premenstrual dysphoric disorder Authors Priti B, Bais M Journal Research Square Year 2026 Study design Lab study Participants 34 What was tested 8-week core stability exercise program Open access Yes Read the paper [doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-10123598/v1](https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-10123598/v1) Original abstract Abstract Background Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) is a severe and disabling form of premenstrual syndrome characterized by significant physical, emotional, and behavioral symptoms that occur during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle. It markedly affects activity of daily living (ADL), academic performance, social interactions, and overall quality of life among college-going girls. Pain, particularly in the lower abdomen, pelvis, and lower back, along with fatigue and mood disturbances, contributes to functional limitations. Core stability exercises, which enhance neuromuscular control, spinal stability, and muscular endurance, may help in reducing pain and improving functional independence. Methodology An experimental study design was adopted. A total of 34 college-going girls aged 18–25 years diagnosed with PMDD based on standard diagnostic criteria were recruited using purposive sampling. Baseline assessment included pain measurement using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) and evaluation of the Activity of Daily Living using the Daily Record of Severity of Problems Scale (DSRP). Participants underwent a structured core stability exercise program focusing on activation of the transverse abdominis, multifidus, pelvic floor muscles, and deep abdominal stabilizers. The intervention was conducted for 8 weeks. Post-intervention assessment was carried out using the same outcome measures. Results Statistical analysis was performed using appropriate tests (paired t-test). The findings demonstrated a statistically significant reduction in pain scores (p Conclusion Core stability exercises are an effective, safe, and non-invasive physiotherapeutic intervention for reducing pain and improving activity of daily living among college-going girls diagnosed with PMDD. Incorporating structured core strengthening programs into routine physiotherapy management may improve quality of life and academic functioning in this population. 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