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Using laughter yoga to reduce surgical fear and anxiety before ureteroscopy

Official title: Effect of Laughter Yoga on Surgical Fear and Anxiety in Patients Applied Before Ureteroscopy: a Randomized Controlled Trial

Run by Kocaeli University · NCT06758284 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing if laughter yoga can help reduce fear and anxiety in patients getting ready for ureteroscopy surgery.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment92 (estimated)
SponsorKocaeli University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Samsun, Samsun)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJuly 1, 2024
Main results expectedDecember 30, 2024
Study endsDecember 30, 2024
Registry record updatedJanuary 3, 2025
Trial IDNCT06758284 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are adults over 18 years old who are scheduled for ureteroscopy and can communicate in Turkish.

Probably not a fit

Patients with psychiatric disorders, substance abuse issues, or specific medical conditions like hypertension or heart disease may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study investigates the impact of laughter yoga on reducing surgical fear and anxiety in patients scheduled for ureteroscopy. It aims to address the psychological challenges faced by patients prior to surgery, which can include excessive fear and anxiety due to various factors. By incorporating laughter yoga as an intervention, the study seeks to improve patients' emotional well-being and potentially enhance their surgical experience. Participants will be assessed for their eligibility based on specific criteria, including age, language proficiency, and absence of certain medical conditions.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly alleviate pre-operative anxiety and improve the overall surgical experience for patients.

How similar studies have gone: While laughter yoga is a relatively novel approach in this context, similar interventions have shown promise in reducing anxiety in various medical settings.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

It will be applied to patients who agree to participate in the study, are scheduled to undergo ureteroscopy in a urological surgery clinic, have no hearing or vision problems, are over the age of 18, understand and speak Turkish, are literate, and can communicate.

Exclusion Criteria:

Patients with mental retardation and any psychiatric disorder, alcohol or drug addiction, hypertension or heart disease, hernia, glaucoma will be excluded.

Where it's running

  • Samsun Gazi State Hospital
    Samsun, Samsun, Turkey (Türkiye)     Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.