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- The Effect of Low Frequency Soundwave Stimulation on Chemotherapy Induced Peripheral Neuropathy
Clinical Trial
The Effect of Low Frequency Soundwave Stimulation on Chemotherapy Induced Peripheral Neuropathy
The purpose of this study is to assess the effect of low frequency sound waves in the prevention and treatment of chemotherapy induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN). Peripheral neuropathy is a nerve related disease that presents as pain, numbness, tingling, and swelling in different parts of the body, mainly the hands and feet.
Eligibility Criteria
- Inclusion: Female patients 18 years of age or older with a confirmed gynecological malignancy. For Cohort A, patients who have been prescribed carboplatin and paclitaxel as first line treatment. For Cohort B, patients who have received prior treatment with carboplatin and paclitaxel who have persistante Grade 2 or worse neuropathy. Exclusion: Current diagnosis of comorbidity causing significant neuropathy. Pregnant patients. Body weight greater than 195 kg. For Cohort A, previous history of treatment with taxane chemotherapy and/or diagnosis of neuropathy. For Cohort B, diagnosis of neuropathy prior to cancer diagnosis.
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