Acupuncture may ease Chemo's tingling and numbness

NCT ID NCT05528263

First seen Feb 24, 2026 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 12 times

Summary

This study looked at whether acupuncture can help prevent or reduce nerve damage caused by chemotherapy in people with early-stage breast cancer. 89 patients received either acupuncture or relaxation exercises. The goal was to see if acupuncture could lessen pain, numbness, and tingling in hands and feet, and improve quality of life.

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Locations

  • Dana Farber Cancer Institute

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02215, United States

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