Peripheral Neuropathy Trial, Recruiting
Who may be able to join
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Who might be able to join this trial:
- People who are between 40 and 65 years old.
- People who are female and have had a unilateral modified radical mastectomy (removal of one breast along with surrounding tissue).
- People experiencing moderate or severe pain described as burning, tingling, numbness, or electric-like sensations in the chest wall, armpit, or upper inner arm, lasting between 3 and 5 months after their mastectomy, along with changed skin sensitivity in the painful area.
- People who have mild to moderate swelling in one arm, with a size difference of around 4 cm compared to the other arm.
- People who have already finished their course of chemotherapy or radiotherapy.
- People who are willing to provide written agreement to take part in the study.
Who may not be able to join:
- People whose cancer has spread to other parts of the body (metastases).
- People who are currently undergoing radiotherapy or chemotherapy.
- People who have had an allergic reaction to coupling agents (a gel or substance used in certain medical procedures — confirm with trial site).
- People who have chronic inflammatory conditions or cellulitis (a type of skin infection).
- People who have a history of blood clots in their veins (venous thrombosis).
- People who have an active local infection.
- People who have diabetes, due to its effects on the nerves.
- People who have open skin wounds or sores in the painful area.
- People whose arm pain is caused by other identified conditions, such as nerve damage from radiotherapy, a neck nerve problem (cervical radiculopathy), or a shoulder joint condition (confirm with trial site).
Important: Always verify eligibility with the trial site directly before applying.
Based on publicly available eligibility criteria from ClinicalTrials.gov. Verify directly with the trial site before acting. This is not medical advice.
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Trial details
Where this trial is recruiting
Primary endpoints
Neuropathic Pain; Range of Motion
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Data last synced from ClinicalTrials.gov: 7 July 2026. Trial status can change. Always verify current status directly with the trial site before making any decision.