Menstrual pain, or dysmenorrhea, is one of the most common concerns for people who menstruate. For some, cramps are a mild monthly inconvenience. For others, they can be intense, disruptive, and accompanied by nausea, low-back pain or pelvic pressure.

What Causes Dysmenorrhea?

Menstrual pain can arise from several underlying factors, including:

• Uterine inflammation and prostaglandins, which trigger strong muscle contractions
• Heightened nerve sensitivity in the pelvic region
• Muscle tension or restricted blood flow in the lower abdomen and low back
• Endometriosis, fibroids, ovarian cysts, or hormonal imbalance
• Scar tissue or prior surgeries (C-section, laparoscopy, appendectomy, etc.) that can disrupt normal nerve communication

While some causes are structural, many cases of dysmenorrhea involve overactive or irritated nerves that amplify pain signals, making nerve-focused therapies especially effective.

How Injection Therapies Can Help

Perineural Injection Therapy (PIT) for Menstrual Pain

PIT is designed to calm irritated superficial nerves and restore healthy signaling. For dysmenorrhea, this approach can help:

• Reduce pelvic and abdominal pain associated with menstrual cramps
• Soothe hypersensitive nerve pathways and support parasympathetic regulation
• Improve microcirculation and decrease muscular tension
• Decrease reliance on NSAIDs or monthly pain-management medications

Many patients report not only easier menstrual cycles but also less lower-abdominal discomfort between periods.

Neural Therapy for Surgical Scars and Chronic Pelvic Pain

Surgical scars, even those that appear well-healed, can create interference fields, areas where disrupted nerve signaling leads to unexpected symptoms. These may include:

• Pelvic or menstrual pain
• Cycle irregularities
• Digestive issues
• Low-back, hip, or abdominal discomfort
• Tightness or poor tissue mobility

Neural Therapy uses a gentle injection of a local anesthetic into the scar to reset nerve function and improve circulation. This can reduce pain, restore mobility, and support better overall nervous system regulation.

Ready to Feel Better?

If you experience painful periods, persistent pelvic discomfort, or symptoms that may be related to scar tissue, Perineural Injection Therapy or Neural Therapy may be helpful options.

Our naturopathic doctors at Origins Integrative Health can help you determine which approach is right for you.

Book a visit with Dr. Carly here or call the clinic at 503-314-2176