Menstrual Pain Relief Pad

Abstract

Menstrual health remains an under-researched domain within the broader scope of women’s health and technology. Commonly experienced menstrual symptoms—such as pain, cramps, bloating, and emotional discomfort—are typically managed using contraceptives or painkillers, which provide only temporary relief and fail to promote innovation in the area of menstrual wellbeing. This research explores the application of soft robotics, Soma Design, and Shape-Changing Materials (SCM) to develop interactive and adaptive software-based solutions aimed at easing menstrual pain in a non-invasive and personalized manner. The study investigates the potential of using embodied interaction, flexible hardware systems, and human-centered design to create wearable prototypes that are both comfortable and effective. [ Reference 18 -22]