Acupuncture for Oxaliplatin-induced Peripheral Neuropathy in Gastro-intestinal Cancer Patients

This study is testing whether acupuncture can reduce nerve pain and tingling in the hands and feet (called peripheral neuropathy) caused by oxaliplatin — a chemotherapy drug commonly used to treat bowel and other gastrointestinal cancers. Nerve damage from oxaliplatin can be lasting and significantly affect quality of life. **You may be eligible if...** - You are 18 or older - You have a confirmed gastrointestinal cancer and have previously received oxaliplatin-based chemotherapy - You are experiencing persistent nerve symptoms (pain, numbness, or tingling) in your hands or feet - You are in reasonably good health and able to participate **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have a pre-existing nerve condition unrelated to chemotherapy - You are currently receiving oxaliplatin chemotherapy (you must have completed it) - You have a bleeding disorder or are on blood thinners that would make acupuncture unsafe - You are pregnant - You have had prior acupuncture treatment for this specific problem during the same period Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.