Light therapy for nerve pain in childhood cancer survivors
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This study tests whether shining light on the feet and legs can help reduce nerve damage caused by chemotherapy in people who had cancer as children. If you have ongoing numbness, tingling, or pain in your hands or feet from past chemo, this trial may offer a gentle, drug-free treatment.
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Who can take part
- You were diagnosed with cancer before age 21
- You are at least 5 years old
- You were treated with a chemotherapy drug that can cause nerve damage, such as vinca alkaloids or platinum
- You have nerve damage symptoms, like numbness or weakness, in your hands or feet
- You are not pregnant or nursing
- You do not have active cancer or a nervous system tumor
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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