Balance and walking exercises for older cancer patients with numb feet
Part of Blood & lymphatic, Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study tests whether specific exercises can improve balance and blood flow in the feet of older adults who have nerve damage from chemotherapy. It may help reduce falls and improve daily steadiness.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years old or older.
- You have had chemotherapy-induced nerve damage in your feet for at least 3 months.
- You have trouble with balance or have had 2 or more falls in the past year.
- Your doctor has cleared you to exercise.
- You are able to understand and follow instructions, and you can give consent.
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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