Health News Desk, Most women and girls often have pain in their legs during periods. Along with this, there is a complaint of stiffness in some parts of the body. There is often a complaint of pain in the legs before periods. Have you ever wondered what could be the reason behind this? To get relief from this pain, one should follow home remedies.
Causes of leg pain before periods?
During periods, the level of estrogen and progesterone decreases. Whereas, the level of prostaglandin increases at the end of periods. There can be many reasons for this hormonal change. The thing to note is that due to this, muscle cramps and pain start. During this, severe pain is felt. This pain can be felt in one or both legs. With increasing age, the pain can also increase severely.
How to reduce leg pain during periods
Sleep on your side, this will reduce the pain. The nerves will get relief. Mix salt in water and apply it on the feet. Sleep with the feet against the wall.
This causes pain
Pain during periods is normal but periods filled with excessive body pain and pain are not normal. However, cramps and pain during periods are often not considered good. Excessive pain can indicate a serious illness. Therefore, we need to know everything about pain during periods. According to the news published in Indian Express, during periods, the layers of the ovary i.e. the egg break and come out. There may be some problem during this time. However, it is normal to have some pain during periods. But if such pain causes you to leave your work or class, then it is a matter of great trouble and it should be treated in time.
