Karate kicks student stress: new study tests martial arts for mental health
NCT ID NCT07116291
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether regular karate practice can improve quality of life, self-esteem, and sleep in medical students, who often face high stress and anxiety. Researchers will enroll 90 third- or fourth-year health students at the University of Angers. Participants will practice karate regularly, and their progress will be measured using questionnaires and exam rankings.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- karate practice
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a simple, low-cost way to improve mental health and academic performance in students.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with no blinding or placebo control. Results may not apply to other groups, and the effect may be small or due to general exercise rather than karate specifically.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of ANGERS
RECRUITINGAngers, France
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