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Cold therapy for nerve pain from chemo in kids with leukemia

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This study tests whether using cold therapy (cryotherapy) on hands and feet can help reduce nerve pain and numbness caused by chemotherapy in children with leukemia. If it works, it could make treatment more comfortable.

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Phase
N/A
Enrollment
60 people
Ages
8 years to 17 years
Study type
Interventional

Who can take part

  • You are between 8 and 17 years old
  • You are currently receiving chemotherapy for leukemia
  • You have nerve pain, numbness, or tingling in your hands or feet caused by chemotherapy
  • You do not have epilepsy, a bleeding disorder, open wounds, or severe heart disease

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