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Official title Different Types of Massage Therapy to Reduce Anxiety During Chemotherapy Infusion in Patients With Cancer
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07184294
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This clinical trial tests how well different types of massage therapy works to reduce anxiety during chemotherapy infusions in patients with cancer. Many cancer patients experience moderate to severe anxiety and anxiety can worsen by the anticipation of medical procedures that patients have to receive, particularly chemotherapy.
- Which group you join is 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
- Participant must be 18 years of age or older at time of consent
- The study is open to all participants regardless of gender, race, or ethnicity
- Participants should have had at least 1 cycle of the chemotherapy regimen at the time of recruitment
- Participant must have a baseline anxiety score \> 3 on the Visual Analog scale (VAS)
- Scheduled for at least six more infusion sessions
You likely can't join if
- Platelet count less than 20,000. Patients taking anticoagulants are not excluded, as the protocol for massage in infusion ensures that deep pressure...
- Absolute neutrophil count (ANC) less than 500
- Patient has received radiation therapy to any of the targeted areas within the past 90 days
- Any patient that is currently using a cold therapy device that would interfere with their ability to have a massage without removing the device (cold...
- Had surgery on their foot, leg, head, neck, shoulder, hands, or arms within the past three months
- Participant has rashes, open wounds, or any skin conditions that could be exacerbated by massage
See the full eligibility criteria
- Participant must be 18 years of age or older at time of consent
- The study is open to all participants regardless of gender, race, or ethnicity
- Participants should have had at least 1 cycle of the chemotherapy regimen at the time of recruitment
- Participant must have a baseline anxiety score \> 3 on the Visual Analog scale (VAS)
- Scheduled for at least six more infusion sessions
- Participant has had complete blood count (CBC) lab work completed in the past 24 hours
- Platelet count less than 20,000. Patients taking anticoagulants are not excluded, as the protocol for massage in infusion ensures that deep pressure massage is never performed, and patient's massage will not exceed a 3...
- Absolute neutrophil count (ANC) less than 500
- Patient has received radiation therapy to any of the targeted areas within the past 90 days
- Any patient that is currently using a cold therapy device that would interfere with their ability to have a massage without removing the device (cold gloves, cold socks)
- Had surgery on their foot, leg, head, neck, shoulder, hands, or arms within the past three months
- Participant has rashes, open wounds, or any skin conditions that could be exacerbated by massage
- Known allergies to creams, lotions, or any other substances that may be used during the massage therapy sessions
- Ongoing uncontrolled active psychiatric condition that would interfere in the conduct of the study (e.g., mood disorders, anxiety, psychosis disorders, or substance use), as determined by the patient's primary cancer...
- Participants with a known allergy to Bioton dual-purpose massage cream or any of its ingredients will be excluded from the study
- In order to minimize undue influence and coercion, the study team will not personally solicit an employee for participation: An employee who is under the direct/indirect supervision of the principal investigator (PI)/a...
- Pregnancy
- Any participants with bone metastasis
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Irvine, California, 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?
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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 Irvine, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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