Hand and foot exercises for older adults with gynecological cancer on chemotherapy
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This study tests whether gentle hand and foot exercises can help reduce nerve pain, tingling, or numbness caused by chemotherapy and improve quality of life in older adults with gynecological cancer.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years or older
- You have been diagnosed with gynecological cancer at stage II, III, or IV
- You have received chemotherapy within the past year with drugs like paclitaxel, docetaxel, cisplatin, or carboplatin
- You currently have symptoms of peripheral neuropathy (such as numbness, tingling, or pain in hands or feet)
- You can communicate in Mandarin, Taiwanese, or in writing
- You do not have skin or nail problems, severe swelling in arms or legs, diabetes, or other nerve-related conditions
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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