Using acupressure on ear points to relieve chemotherapy-related nerve pain
Auricular Point Acupressure to Manage Chemotherapy Induced Neuropathy
This study is looking at how a gentle ear pressure technique can help cancer patients manage the painful nerve issues caused by chemotherapy, giving them an easy way to feel better on their own.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10977332 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the use of auricular point acupressure (APA) as a non-invasive method to manage chemotherapy-induced neuropathy (CIN) in cancer patients. CIN is a common and debilitating side effect of chemotherapy that can lead to treatment delays and reduced quality of life. In this approach, small seeds are placed on specific ear points, and patients are trained to apply pressure on these points for a few minutes each day to stimulate pain relief. The goal is to provide a simple, self-managed strategy for patients to alleviate their symptoms effectively.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are cancer patients experiencing chemotherapy-induced neuropathy.
Not a fit: Patients who are not undergoing chemotherapy or do not experience neuropathy may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could offer cancer patients a safe and effective way to manage nerve pain caused by chemotherapy, improving their overall quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results with similar acupressure techniques, indicating potential for success in this novel application.
Where this research is happening
Houston, United States
- University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston — Houston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Johnson, Constance Margaret — University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
- Study coordinator: Johnson, Constance Margaret
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.