Laughter as medicine? new study tests if a good chuckle can ease pain and boost lung power in seniors
NCT ID NCT07352774
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study is testing whether laughter therapy can improve breathing and reduce pain in people aged 60 and older. 64 participants will attend weekly 45-50 minute sessions that include warm-up, breathing, and laughter exercises, plus meditation. Researchers will measure lung function and pain levels before and after 4 weeks to see if there's improvement.
What this could mean
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Active substance
laughter therapy
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help older adults breathe easier and feel less pain.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 64 people, so results may not apply to everyone. The benefits of laughter therapy may be modest or temporary.
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Ankara University
Ankara, Ankara, 06230, Turkey (Türkiye)