Period pain could be a thing of the past thanks to a new American device, research has shown.

According to research to be presented at the 2009 American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists (AAPS) Annual Meeting and Exposition, a new device to treat menstrual pain is safe and effective.

The study's presenter, Giovanni M Pauletti said the goal of the study was to find a better way to treat menstrual cramps.

"Existing oral medications cause significant gastrointestinal side effects for women, creating additional discomfort while alleviating menstrual pain."

Participants of the study were given an oral dose of 10mg of ketorolac, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication; and during their next menstrual cycle they were given a tampon coated with 10mg of ketorolac.

Mr Pauletti explained that the latter was found to be more effective: "Results from our Phase I clinical trials show that this new vaginal device safely delivers at least ten-times more drug to the uterus as a tablet of equivalent dose."

The NHS advises that, although you may not want to exercise while you are experiencing a painful period, keeping active can help to reduce pain.

Some gentle swimming, walking or cycling in women's fitness wear may help to alleviate pain. ADNFCR-2569-ID-19375332-ADNFCR

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