Laughter may be the best medicine for aging lungs and aching joints

NCT ID NCT07352774

First seen Jan 21, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 14 times

Summary

This study looks at whether laughter therapy can improve lung function and reduce pain in people aged 60 and older. Researchers will measure breathing and pain levels in 64 participants before and after a 4-week laughter program. The goal is to see if a fun, non-drug activity can boost health in seniors.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ankara University

    Ankara, Ankara, 06230, Turkey (Türkiye)

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