Evaluation of the Effects of Laughter Yoga
Evaluation of the Effects of Laughter Yoga on Pain Intensity, Stress, and Beta-endorphin Levels in Patients With Multiple Sclerosis
Firat University
72 participants
Mar 10, 2026
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
This randomized controlled study aims to evaluate the effects of laughter yoga on pain intensity, fatigue, and beta-endorphin levels in patients with Multiple Sclerosis. Laughter yoga, a complementary therapy combining breathing exercises and laughter techniques, may help improve symptom management and psychological well-being in individuals with MS.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria3
- Being over 18 years old
- Being able to communicate adequately
- Volunteering to participate in the research
Exclusion Criteria7
- Unwillingness to participate in the study
- Having severe cognitive impairment that prevents understanding or participation in the intervention
- Having a psychiatric disorder that may affect participation in the study
- Experiencing an acute MS relapse during the study period
- Having another serious neurological or chronic disease that may affect the study outcomes
- Regular participation in another complementary therapy program similar to laughter yoga
- Communication problems that prevent participation in the intervention sessions
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Interventions
A complementary intervention including breathing exercises, stretching, relaxation techniques, and laughter exercises applied to patients with Multiple Sclerosis.
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NCT07524231