Exercise and gentle nerve stimulation for chemo-related nerve damage
This trial tests a home-based program combining gentle exercise with a small device that stimulates the vagus nerve (a nerve that helps calm the body) to relieve nerve pain, numbness, and tingling in the hands and feet caused by chemotherapy. If you've had these symptoms after platinum or taxane chemotherapy, this may help improve your daily comfort and function.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 or older and live in Hong Kong, speaking Cantonese, Mandarin, or English.
- You have finished active cancer treatment and are in remission.
- Your chemotherapy included a platinum drug or a taxane, and you've had symptoms for at least 3 months.
- You have at least moderate numbness, tingling, or pain in your hands or feet.
- You are able to walk and do light exercise (such as walking for 6 minutes).
- You have no heart problems, pacemaker, or other implanted devices, and no left ear issues.
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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