Cold therapy for nerve damage from paclitaxel chemotherapy
Part of Cancer, Skin clinical trials.
This study tests whether wearing cold gloves and socks during paclitaxel chemotherapy can prevent or reduce nerve damage in the hands and feet, a common side effect. If you are getting weekly paclitaxel for breast cancer, this might help keep your hands and feet more comfortable.
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Who can take part
- You are female and between 18 and 90 years old.
- You are getting weekly paclitaxel (80 mg/m2) for at least 12 cycles, either as part of your treatment plan (like with Herceptin or other chemo drugs).
- You have not had nerve problems (numbness, tingling, pain) in your hands or feet before starting this chemo.
- You do not have diabetes, thyroid or other hormonal conditions, or Raynaud's disease.
- You do not have cancer that has spread to your brain, bones, or the skin of your hands or feet.
- You are generally able to take care of yourself (ECOG score less than 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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