Complementary therapies in medicine
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Complement Ther Med · Aug 2011
Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter StudyA multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial evaluating the efficacy and safety of a far infrared-emitting sericite belt in patients with primary dysmenorrhea.
To determine the efficacy and safety of a sericite which emits far infrared rays in the management of primary dysmenorrhea. ⋯ Our data suggest that a far infrared-emitting sericite belt with a hot pack might be used as an effective and safe non-pharmacologic treatment option for women with primary dysmenorrhea, with a prolonged effect after treatment.