Mobile app teaching caregivers massage techniques for chemotherapy-related nerve pain
mHealth app for caregiver instruction in manual therapy for chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy
This study is creating a friendly mobile app called 'Peripheral Neuropathy Relief' to help caregivers learn easy massage techniques that can ease the discomfort of cancer survivors dealing with nerve pain from chemotherapy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Collinge and Associates NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Eugene, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11115814 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a mobile app that educates caregivers on how to perform specific manual therapy techniques to alleviate chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) symptoms. The app, called 'Peripheral Neuropathy Relief (PNR)', provides detailed information about CIPN and step-by-step instructions for safe and effective massage techniques. By empowering caregivers with this knowledge, the project aims to improve the quality of life for cancer survivors experiencing CIPN, especially as access to professional therapy is often limited. The app will be evaluated for its effectiveness in real-world settings, ensuring that caregivers can provide meaningful support at home.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are cancer survivors who are experiencing chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy and have caregivers willing to learn and apply the massage techniques.
Not a fit: Patients who are not undergoing chemotherapy or do not have symptoms of peripheral neuropathy may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the quality of life for cancer survivors suffering from CIPN by enabling caregivers to provide effective at-home support.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research in the field of Oncology Massage has shown promising results in alleviating symptoms of CIPN, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Eugene, United States
- Collinge and Associates — Eugene, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Collinge, William B. — Collinge and Associates
- Study coordinator: Collinge, William B.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.