In the late 19th century (beginning about 1858 with the construction of prototypes by the British and French navies), the armoured frigate was a type of ironclad warship that for a time was the most powerful type of vessel afloat.
Try the following home treatment to help manage your menstrual cramps: 1  Use heat, such as hot water bottles, heating pads, or hot baths, to relax tense muscles and relieve cramping. 2  Drink herbal teas, such as chamomile, mint, raspberry, and blackberry, which may help soothe tense muscles and anxious moods. 3  Exercise.
Menstrual cramps and PMS medication facts. Menstrual cramps that occur in the absence of a known abnormality or cause are medically referred to as primary dysmenorrhea. Non-drug treatments for menstrual cramps include adequate rest and sleep, regular exercise (especially walking), and smoking cessation. Menstrual cramps are not the same as the symptoms experienced due to premenstrual syndrome (PMS), although the symptoms of both disorders can sometimes be experienced together.