Laser Treatment for Pain from Chemotherapy in Cancer Survivors

Evaluating Laser Photobiomodulation for the Treatment of Neuropathic Pain in Chemotherapy-induced Peripheral Neuropathy in Cancer Patients

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Cancer Survivors Peripheral Neuropathic Pain
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Supportive Care
Participants needed
70 (estimated)
Sponsor
Institut du Cancer de Montpellier - Val d'Aurelle · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for cancer survivors with nerve pain caused by chemotherapy. Participants will receive laser treatment to see if it helps reduce their pain.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Rules you out EpilepsyEye diseasePhotosensitivity conditions

You may be able to join if

  • I am at least 18 years old.
  • I have cancer.
  • I have significant nerve pain rated at least 4 on a pain scale.
  • I have had nerve pain for at least 3 months after chemotherapy.
  • I can speak French well enough to complete questionnaires.
  • I have signed consent to participate.
  • I use effective contraception if I can get pregnant.
  • I am part of a French social protection system.

You may not be able to join if

  • I cannot attend treatment twice a week.
  • I cannot sit for 30 minutes.
  • I have an open wound or ulcer on the treatment area.
  • I have nerve pain caused by another condition.
  • I have uncontrolled mental health issues that affect assessments.
  • My doctor thinks I have less than 3 months to live.
  • I am using another therapy for nerve pain during the study.
  • I am pregnant or breastfeeding.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) (including taxanes, platinum, al pervenche from Madagascar alkaloids...), is a frequent secondary effect of treatments: 68% at 1-month post-chemotherapy, 60% at 3 months and 30% after 6 months. Symptoms associated with CIPN are usually symmetric and bilateral (typical distribution in "gloves and socks") inducing sensory alterations, paresthesias, d…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Male or female aged 18 years minimum; * Patient with cancer, whatever the location; * Patient with significant NP defined as a score of 4 at the clinician-rated DN4 ; * Patient with a NP for at least 3 months after the end of an adjuvant or neo-adjuvant chemotherapy; * Women o…
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