Peripheral nervous system disorder

This study tests a drug called PT-112 in people with thymoma or thymic cancer that has come back or worsened after standard treatment. PT-112 is designed to kill cancer cells and boost the immune system. About 53 adults will receive the drug intravenously in 28-day cycles. The ma…

This study tests a wearable device called the Leia sensory prosthesis in 80 adults with peripheral neuropathy, a condition that often causes balance problems and unsteady walking. Participants will either use the active device or a sham version for two months. The main goal is to…

This study tests whether adjusting the dose of the antibiotic linezolid based on regular blood tests can reduce harmful side effects in people being treated for multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB). The trial will enroll 150 patients in Guinea who are on a standard 6-month r…

This phase 3 trial tests a single dose of NTLA-2001, a gene-editing therapy, in 60 adults with hereditary transthyretin amyloidosis with polyneuropathy (ATTRv-PN), a rare genetic disease that damages nerves. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either the active treatmen…

This study tests whether a generative AI tool can help doctors diagnose complications and co-existing diseases in people with rheumatoid arthritis. The AI reviews patient records and suggests possible issues like lung or heart problems. Doctors then decide if the AI's suggestions…

This study tests whether desloratadine, a common allergy medication, can prevent nerve damage caused by taxane chemotherapy in breast cancer patients. About 116 participants will receive either desloratadine or a placebo for 12 weeks while on chemotherapy. The goal is to see if t…

This study tests if special sensor-equipped insoles can help prevent foot ulcers from coming back in people with diabetes and nerve damage. About 400 high-risk participants will use the insoles alongside standard care or just standard care alone. The goal is to see if the insoles…

This study tests whether taking fish oil supplements can prevent nerve damage in the hands and feet caused by oxaliplatin chemotherapy in colorectal cancer patients. 120 participants will receive either fish oil or corn oil (placebo) during their treatment. The goal is to see if …

This study tests whether taking mecobalamin (a form of vitamin B12) can prevent or reduce nerve damage caused by taxane chemotherapy. About 326 adults with various solid tumors will take mecobalamin tablets or receive no preventive treatment during their chemo. The goal is to see…

This study tests if wearing surgical gloves during oxaliplatin chemotherapy can prevent nerve damage in the hands. About 84 adults with advanced colon cancer will be randomly assigned to wear gloves or not during treatment. The goal is to see if this simple, low-cost method reduc…

This study tests whether adding acupuncture to virtual exercise can help manage nerve pain caused by a specific bladder cancer treatment (EV-Pembro). About 50 adults with advanced bladder cancer will be split into two groups: one gets acupuncture plus virtual exercise, the other …

This study will follow 80 people with chronic pain (like back, hip, or nerve pain) who are getting a procedure called cryoneurolysis, which uses cold to temporarily block pain signals. Researchers want to see if it leads to meaningful pain relief and better daily function over 12…

This phase 3 trial tests whether an extended-release (once-daily) form of pregabalin works as well as the standard immediate-release (twice-daily) form for relieving nerve pain caused by diabetic peripheral neuropathy or postherpetic neuralgia. About 348 adults aged 18 to 75 with…

This study tests a device called Walkasins, worn on the lower legs, that vibrates to give sensory feedback about foot pressure. The goal is to see if using it daily for six months improves balance and walking in 200 adults aged 55+ with peripheral neuropathy. Participants will do…

This study tests whether people can use a small, portable device at home to stimulate the vagus nerve through the ear. It aims to see if this approach is practical and acceptable for managing nerve pain caused by chemotherapy. The study includes 36 adults who have had platinum or…

This study tests a device called Walkasins, worn like an ankle strap and insole, that gives gentle vibrations to help people with peripheral neuropathy feel their feet better. The goal is to see if it improves walking, balance, and daily physical activity. Eighteen adults aged 60…

This early-phase study tests an investigational drug called GB-4362 given alongside standard treatments (enfortumab vedotin and pembrolizumab) for adults with advanced or metastatic urothelial cancer. The goal is to see if GB-4362 can safely neutralize a chemotherapy byproduct th…

This study tests whether a 10-week virtual exercise program can reduce nerve pain and improve daily activities in cancer survivors who have persistent nerve damage from chemotherapy. About 240 participants will either receive the program or usual care. The program includes person…

This study tests whether balance rehabilitation that changes how patients see (closing eyes, using a mask, or projecting moving dots) can improve walking stability better than standard rehab with eyes open. It includes 40 adults with chronic nerve damage who have trouble with bal…

This study tests whether a whole-food, plant-based diet (no added oils) can reduce painful diabetic neuropathy better than standard medication. Forty adults with type 2 diabetes and nerve pain will be randomly assigned to either the diet or medication optimization. The main goal …

This pilot study tests whether Tai Chi, alpha-lipoic acid supplements, and acupuncture can help ease chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (nerve pain, numbness, tingling) in people with gastrointestinal cancer. About 60 participants will try one or more of these approaches …

This study tests a device that cools and squeezes the arms and legs during chemotherapy to prevent nerve damage, which can cause numbness, tingling, and pain. Fifty adults with breast or gynecologic cancer receiving taxane chemo will wear the device during infusions. Researchers …

This study looks at whether alternate day fasting (eating very little every other day) before chemotherapy can help reduce side effects and improve quality of life for women with ovarian, endometrial, or uterine cancer. About 30 women who have had surgery and are about to start c…

This study is testing whether a 12-week supervised cycling program can reduce nerve pain and improve quality of life in 30 adults who have had chemotherapy for cancer. Participants will ride a stationary bike twice a week for up to an hour. The main goal is to see if people find …

This study tests whether a 12-week virtual tai chi program is practical and acceptable for cancer survivors with chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN), which causes pain, numbness, and balance problems. Researchers plan to enroll 21 participants who have completed che…

This study looks at whether using a nerve stimulator in short bursts (30 seconds on, 90 seconds off) can provide the same or better pain relief as continuous stimulation. It involves 30 adults who have had a dorsal root ganglion stimulator for at least a year and report at least …

This study tests whether a non-invasive magnetic stimulation device (AtMS) can reduce nerve pain caused by injury or surgery in veterans and active-duty military. 180 participants will receive either active, fixed, or sham stimulation over 16 weeks. Researchers will measure pain,…

This study tests whether using a frozen glove plus a tight surgical glove on one hand works better than a frozen glove alone to prevent nerve damage caused by the chemotherapy drug paclitaxel. About 60 women with early-stage breast cancer will be enrolled, each acting as their ow…

This study tests whether playing a virtual reality walking game at home can reduce neuropathic pain in adults with incomplete spinal cord injury. Participants will use a headset to see virtual legs and walk in a virtual world for about 30 minutes twice daily over 10 days. The goa…

This study tests whether combining a hands-on nerve treatment (intraneural facilitation) with a balance exercise program can reduce pain, improve balance, and enhance quality of life in people with diabetic peripheral neuropathy. About 65 adults aged 50-75 with type 2 diabetes an…

This study tests whether fenofibrate, a drug typically used for high cholesterol, can prevent or reduce nerve damage caused by a common chemotherapy regimen for multiple myeloma. The trial will enroll 44 newly diagnosed patients, half receiving fenofibrate alongside their standar…

This study tests a portable laser device that people use at home to temporarily relieve foot pain caused by idiopathic peripheral neuropathy. 32 adults with constant foot pain for at least 3 months will use the device twice daily for 21 days. The main goal is to see if at least 3…

Researchers are building a global registry to collect patient-reported surveys, genetic test results, and medical records from people with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease and related inherited neuropathies. The study is open to children and adults with a confirmed or suspected diagno…

This study uses ultrasound, a safe imaging technique that uses sound waves, to get detailed pictures and measurements of nerves and muscles. Researchers aim to collect normal values from healthy adults and compare them with data from people who have neuromuscular disorders. The g…

This study aims to see if a quick bedside sensory test can predict which painkiller—pregabalin, duloxetine, or a placebo—works best for people with nerve pain in their feet. About 190 adults with diabetic, chemotherapy-related, or idiopathic nerve pain will try each treatment for…

This study aims to learn more about rare inherited disorders that affect the brain, spinal cord, muscles, and nerves. Researchers will collect medical history, perform exams, and run genetic tests on up to 3,500 participants. No new treatments are tested; the goal is to better un…

This study is testing a new tool called HPARSS that helps doctors identify childhood cancer survivors at risk for hearing or vision problems. The tool uses a patient's past cancer treatments to flag who needs screening. Researchers will see if this approach leads to more kids get…

This study tests whether non-invasive sensors can detect reduced blood flow in the legs during long pelvic surgeries. Thirty adults will be monitored during their procedure. The goal is to see if this approach can help prevent complications like limb ischemia.

This study looks at how certain substances applied to the skin affect blood flow in people with nerve pain caused by chemotherapy. Researchers will compare healthy volunteers and patients to better understand the pain. The goal is to learn more about the condition, not to test a …

This study looks at how nerves are affected in people who develop nerve damage from the chemotherapy drug cisplatin. Researchers will use a special test to measure nerve activity and compare it to normal nerves. The goal is to better understand this side effect and find early war…

This study looks at nerve damage (peripheral neuropathy) in people with advanced bladder cancer who are getting a combination of two drugs, pembrolizumab and enfortumab vedotin, as their first treatment. About 80 participants will be followed for a year to see how often nerve pro…

This study looks at whether tiny molecules in the blood, called microRNAs, can help predict how often and how severely cancer patients develop nerve damage from chemotherapy. Researchers will study 90 people receiving specific chemo drugs for lung or colon cancer. The goal is to …

This study is investigating whether the hormone amylin, which is elevated in type 2 diabetes, is linked to peripheral neuropathy (nerve damage). Researchers will collect blood and skin samples from 40 adults with type 2 diabetes and mild-to-severe neuropathy. They will measure am…

This study looks at whether environmental factors like heavy metals from gold mining, past viral infections, or traditional plant remedies are linked to peripheral neuropathy (nerve damage) in French Guiana. Researchers will compare 78 people with and without nerve damage to see …

This study checks if special sensors can reliably measure forces inside carbon fiber ankle-foot braces (orthoses). Researchers will test healthy volunteers and people with or without neuropathy who already use such braces. Participants will walk, sit, and stand while sensors reco…

This study looks at how changing the heel cushion on an ankle-foot brace (AFO) affects walking in people who use one daily. Forty adults with leg injuries or nerve problems will try four different heel wedges—tall or short, soft or firm—while walking at controlled speeds. Researc…

This study is collecting nerve samples and biofluids from 400 people with ALS or peripheral neuropathies to find biological markers for early diagnosis and disease tracking. By analyzing individual cells, researchers hope to identify molecular changes that happen before symptoms …

This study looks at whether ultrasound can detect nerve changes in people with Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) and chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyradiculoneuropathy (CIDP) earlier than standard tests. Researchers will compare ultrasound images with nerve conduction studies …

This study is checking whether a common nerve test called needle EMG causes muscle bleeding in people taking blood thinners (DOACs). About 30 minutes after the test, researchers will use ultrasound to look for any small bleeds in the muscles where the needle went in. The goal is …

This study looks at why many people with Waldenström's macroglobulinemia, a rare blood cancer, develop nerve damage that can cause pain, numbness, and trouble moving. Researchers will examine 90 patients to find out how common this nerve damage is and what causes it. The goal is …