Zapping away chemo pain: new device trial offers hope
NCT ID NCT07151963
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tests a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called prolonged continuous theta burst stimulation (pcTBS) to relieve nerve pain caused by chemotherapy in breast cancer patients. Forty women will receive either pcTBS or standard repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) in a crossover design. The goal is to see which method better reduces pain, depression, and anxiety.
What this could mean
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Active substance
prolonged continuous theta burst stimulation (pcTBS) device
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a non-drug way to reduce nerve pain and improve mood in breast cancer survivors with chemotherapy side effects.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage crossover trial with only 40 people. The effect may be modest or not last, and results may not apply to all cancer types.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital
New Taipei City, Taiwan