Laughter yoga tested as a remedy for MS fatigue and sleep troubles

NCT ID NCT06783413

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether laughter yoga—a practice combining laughing exercises and breathing techniques—can reduce fatigue, improve sleep quality, and boost psychological well-being in people with multiple sclerosis. Forty MS patients participated, with one group doing laughter yoga sessions and the other continuing standard care. The goal was to see if this playful, low-cost activity could ease common MS symptoms.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

laughter yoga

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help MS patients feel less tired and sleep better.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed trial with only 40 participants. The effects may not be strong or last long, and results may not apply to all MS patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Fatigue insomnia multiple sclerosis Psychological Well-Being

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Tokat Gaziosmanpaşa University

    Tokat Province, 60500, Turkey (Türkiye)