Can laughter yoga ease PMS? new study says maybe

NCT ID NCT07139223

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether laughter yoga can help with premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms and quality of life in young women. Sixty-nine women aged 18-25 with PMS took part in laughter yoga sessions twice a week for four weeks, plus daily practice at home. The goal was to see if this fun, drug-free activity could reduce physical and emotional 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 reduce PMS symptoms and improve quality of life for young women.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed trial with only 69 participants. Results may not apply to all women, and the effect may be modest or due to placebo.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

premenstrual tension

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Bilecik Seyh Edebali University

    Bilecik, Bir Eyalet Seçin, 11000, Turkey (Türkiye)