Electrical stimulation for nerve pain in children with leukemia
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This study tests whether a gentle electrical stimulation applied to specific body points (acupoints) can help reduce nerve pain and tingling caused by chemotherapy in children with leukemia. It aims to see if the treatment is safe and helpful.
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Who can take part
- The child is between 10 and 17 years old.
- The child has been diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL).
- The child has received chemotherapy that can damage nerves.
- The child has symptoms of nerve damage (such as tingling, numbness, or pain) that score 9 or higher on a special scale.
- The child can read and communicate in Chinese.
- The child is not being treated for more than one cancer, has no other nerve or muscle disorders, and has no skin issues at the acupoint areas.
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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