BridgeMD
New treatment option for Cancer
Official title Biofield Therapy for the Support of Immunotherapy-related Symptoms Among Adult Cancer Patients - A Pilot Study
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07581080
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Cancer treatment with immunotherapy is often associated with symptoms such as fatigue, pain, and emotional distress, which may affect patients' daily functioning and quality of life. Additional supportive care approaches are being studied to better understand their potential role in supporting these symptoms.
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
- Participants must be greater than 18 years of age.
- Currently diagnosed with cancer.
- Actively receiving immunotherapy treatment with ICI (PD1 or -PD-L1 inhibitor (single-agent immunotherapy or immunotherapy in combination with other...
- Report clinically significant fatigue over the past 7 days.
- Able to travel to the study site to receive Reiki treatments once a week.
You likely can't join if
- Individuals currently receiving or received Reiki treatment in the past 30 days
- Currently diagnosed with a severe psychiatric illness (i.e. schizophrenia, dementia, major depression with suicidal ideations)
- Currently pregnant or intending to become pregnant during the study timeframe
See the full eligibility criteria
- Participants must be greater than 18 years of age.
- Currently diagnosed with cancer.
- Actively receiving immunotherapy treatment with ICI (PD1 or -PD-L1 inhibitor (single-agent immunotherapy or immunotherapy in combination with other agents; also including the use of steroids if applicable)
- Report clinically significant fatigue over the past 7 days.
- Able to travel to the study site to receive Reiki treatments once a week.
- Understanding and willing to complete all study procedures.
- Capable of giving written informed consent.
- Proficient ability to speak, read, and write in English or Spanish.
- Individuals currently receiving or received Reiki treatment in the past 30 days
- Currently diagnosed with a severe psychiatric illness (i.e. schizophrenia, dementia, major depression with suicidal ideations)
- Currently pregnant or intending to become pregnant during the study timeframe
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Irvine, California, United States
- Orange, 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?
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 Irvine, California, United States; Orange, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
Explore other conditions
BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.