CANCER PAIN

This study tested whether a type of massage called oncological perineal massage can help women who have pain during sex and vaginal tightness after gynecological cancer treatment. 35 women received ten weekly massage sessions plus education about the pelvic floor. The goal was to…

This study tested a mobile app (STAMP+CBT) designed to help advanced cancer patients track their pain, mood, and opioid use while receiving personalized education and self-management tips. 52 patients with chronic cancer pain and an active opioid prescription used the app for 4 w…

This study looked at whether follow-up appointments by phone or video (telemedicine) can help cancer patients with chronic pain more than traditional in-person clinic visits. About 193 adults with cancer pain took part. The goal was to see if telemedicine reduces how much pain in…

This study looked at whether Reiki, a gentle hands-on energy therapy, could help cancer patients manage symptoms like pain and fatigue. Ten adults with cancer who had at least three moderate-to-severe symptoms received six Reiki sessions. The main goal was to see if the approach …

This study tested an experimental oral drug called Trichomylin in 11 adults with advanced cancer who had moderate to severe pain despite taking strong opioids. The goal was to see if the drug is safe and can provide additional pain relief. Participants took the drug twice daily, …

This study looked at whether a targeted drug delivery system (a pump that sends pain medicine directly to the spine) works better than standard pain pills for people with severe cancer pain. Researchers followed 30 adults whose pain was not controlled by strong opioids. They meas…

This study looked at whether cancer patients already taking strong opioids (like morphine) still need paracetamol for pain relief. About 200 adults with advanced cancer who were on both drugs were randomly assigned to either keep taking paracetamol or switch to a placebo. The goa…

This study looked at whether adding duloxetine (a nerve pain drug) to tramadol (a painkiller) can better control chronic cancer pain and reduce the amount of tramadol needed. 400 adults with cancer pain who had not taken painkillers before took part. Half received duloxetine plus…

This study tested an implantable pump that delivers pain medicine directly to the spine for people with hard-to-control cancer pain. It included 8 adults aged 40-80 with advanced cancer and severe pain despite strong painkillers. The goal was to see if the pump provides better pa…

This study looked at whether listening to relaxing Turkish music for 30 minutes could help cancer patients in palliative care feel less pain and anxiety. 32 patients took part, with half listening to music and the other half resting quietly. The results showed that music helped l…

This study looked at whether well-being treatments like foot reflexology, beauty care, relaxation exercises, and singing can help reduce pain in people with cancer. 180 adults with different types of cancer took part. Researchers measured pain levels before and after these sessio…