RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07184294

Different Types of Massage Therapy to Reduce Anxiety During Chemotherapy Infusion in Patients With Cancer

Assessing the Feasibility of Different Types of Massage to Reduce Anxiety During Chemotherapy Infusion

Sponsor

City of Hope Medical Center

Enrollment

50 participants

Start Date

Aug 28, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Hematopoietic and Lymphatic System Neoplasm Malignant Solid Neoplasm

Summary

This clinical trial tests how well different types of massage therapy works to reduce anxiety during chemotherapy infusions in patients with cancer. Many cancer patients experience moderate to severe anxiety and anxiety can worsen by the anticipation of medical procedures that patients have to receive, particularly chemotherapy. Massage therapy, as a complementary treatment, has shown promise in lessening both physical and psychological symptoms associated with cancer and its treatments. Research has also shown the benefits of massage therapy in reducing pain, stress, anxiety, nausea (upset stomach), fatigue (tiredness), and depression in cancer patients. Different types of massage therapy may potentially reduce some cancer patients' symptoms, enhance their treatment, and reduce treatment related side effects.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is comparing different types of massage therapy to see which works best at reducing anxiety in cancer patients during chemotherapy infusion sessions. **You may be eligible if...** - You are 18 or older and receiving chemotherapy - You have already had at least 1 round of chemotherapy - You have some anxiety (measured by a simple scale) - You have at least 6 more infusion sessions scheduled **You may NOT be eligible if...** - Your platelet count is very low (below 20,000) or your white blood cell count is critically low - You had radiation to the massage treatment areas in the past 90 days - You have had surgery on your foot, leg, head, neck, shoulder, hands, or arms in the past 3 months - You have rashes, open wounds, or skin conditions that could be made worse by massage - You are pregnant or have bone metastases Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

This summary was AI-generated to explain the trial in plain language. It is not medical advice. Always discuss eligibility with your doctor before enrolling in a clinical trial.

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