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Official title Acupressure for the Reduction of Anxiety in Patients Receiving Cancer-Directed Therapy
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06723041
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This clinicaI trial is being done to determine if acupressure is helpful to reduce anxiety related to chemotherapy, compared with "sham" (or placebo) acupressure in patients with cancer. Anxiety, experienced by many patients with cancer, can be related to chemotherapy and may contribute to other symptoms, such as nausea and poor quality of life.
- You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug, decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- NURSE-LED INTERVENTION: Age \>= 18 years and be diagnosed with cancer
- NURSE-LED INTERVENTION: Undergoing systemic, antineoplastic therapy
- NURSE-LED INTERVENTION: Ability to provide oral consent
- NURSE-LED INTERVENTION: Willingness to undergo a nurse-led acupressure intervention
- NURSE-LED INTERVENTION: Willingness and ability to complete pre- and post-intervention questionnaires in English
You likely can't join if
- Prior experiences with acupressure, or training in acupressure points
See the full eligibility criteria
- NURSE-LED INTERVENTION: Age \>= 18 years and be diagnosed with cancer
- NURSE-LED INTERVENTION: Undergoing systemic, antineoplastic therapy
- NURSE-LED INTERVENTION: Ability to provide oral consent
- NURSE-LED INTERVENTION: Willingness to undergo a nurse-led acupressure intervention
- NURSE-LED INTERVENTION: Willingness and ability to complete pre- and post-intervention questionnaires in English
- NURSE-LED INTERVENTION: Report acute anxiety as a 5 or higher on a scale for 0 (no anxiety) to 10 (severe anxiety)
- SELF-ADMINISTRATION INTERVENTION: Age \>= 18 years and be diagnosed with cancer
- SELF-ADMINISTRATION INTERVENTION: Undergoing systemic, antineoplastic therapy
- SELF-ADMINISTRATION INTERVENTION: Ability to provide oral consent
- SELF-ADMINISTRATION INTERVENTION: Willingness to undergo a nurse-led acupressure intervention
- SELF-ADMINISTRATION INTERVENTION: Willingness and ability to complete pre- and post-intervention questionnaires in English
- SELF-ADMINISTRATION INTERVENTION: Report acute anxiety as a 5 or higher on a scale for 0 (no anxiety) to 10 (severe anxiety)
- SELF-ADMINISTRATION INTERVENTION: Reports 2+/day anxiety episodes at home
- SELF-ADMINISTRATION INTERVENTION: Interested in learning self-administered acupressure
- Prior experiences with acupressure, or training in acupressure points
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Rochester, Minnesota, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Rochester, Minnesota, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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