PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME (PMS)

A condition affecting the genitourinary and endocrine systems.

PMS affects most menstruating women at some stage in their lives.

Symptoms present prior to the onset of menses, and are often relieved with the commencement of menstruation.

• Symptoms may include

- depression and fatigue,
- breast tenderness,
- fluid retention,
- headache,
- cramping or pain and,
- weight gain

• Massage recommendations

Relaxation massage treatments may assist as a tool for the management of stress.