Preventing nerve damage from chemo with compressive therapy
Part of Cancer, Skin clinical trials.
This trial tests if wearing compressive therapy (like special sleeves or stockings) during weekly paclitaxel chemotherapy can prevent nerve damage (peripheral neuropathy) in breast cancer patients. It is for people who have not yet had nerve issues or diabetes.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 70 years old.
- You have breast cancer at stage I, II, or III.
- You have not had chemotherapy with taxanes (like paclitaxel) or cisplatin before.
- You do not have diabetes or a history of nerve damage or blood vessel problems.
- You are able to walk and do daily activities without much help (ECOG 0-2).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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