Using laughter yoga to reduce surgical fear and anxiety before ureteroscopy
Effect of Laughter Yoga on Surgical Fear and Anxiety in Patients Applied Before Ureteroscopy: a Randomized Controlled Trial
This study is testing if laughter yoga can help reduce fear and anxiety in patients getting ready for ureteroscopy surgery.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 92 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Kocaeli University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Samsun, Samsun) |
| Trial ID | NCT06758284 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
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.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults over 18 years old who are scheduled for ureteroscopy and can communicate in Turkish.
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.
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 performed: While laughter yoga is a relatively novel approach in this context, similar interventions have shown promise in reducing anxiety in various medical settings.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
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 this trial is running
Samsun, Samsun
- Samsun Gazi State Hospital — Samsun, Samsun, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Hatice Merve Alptekin research assistant
- Email: merve.alptekin@kocaeli.edu.tr
- Phone: +902623034733
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.