Clinical Research Directory

Effectiveness of Video-Based Movement Analysis-Guided Personalized Rehabilitation in Patients With CIPN: A Multicenter Trial

This study aims to quantify motor control abnormalities using video-based movement analysis in patients with chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) and to evaluate the effectiveness of an analysis-guided personalized rehabilitation intervention. The study enrolls adult patients diagnosed with breast cancer, colorectal cancer, or gynecological cancer. This is a randomized crossover trial where participants have an equal (50%) chance of being assigned to either Group A or Group B. The total participation period for each participant is approximately 8 weeks, which includes outcome assessments at baseline, week 4, and week 8. The study consists of two periods: Phase 1 (First 4 weeks): Group A participates in the 'ReMAP' rehabilitation exercise program, while Group B receives usual care. Phase 2 (Next 4 weeks): Group A switches to usual care, while Group B participates in the 'ReMAP' rehabilitation exercise program.

Electroacupuncture and Exercise for Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN)

Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) is a common side effect of cancer treatment that causes numbness, pain, and balance issues in a patient's hands and feet. This study focuses on finding a non-drug approach to help cancer survivors manage these uncomfortable symptoms. The main purpose of this research is to evaluate whether combining Electroacupuncture(EA) with a exercise training program works better than using electroacupuncture alone. Electroacupuncture uses gentle electrical pulses through acupuncture needles to stimulate nerves, while the exercise program aims to improve a patient's balance, physical strength, and movement safety. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the combination therapy or electroacupuncture alone. The study involves scheduled hospital visits along with home-based practice guided by instructional videos. The researchers aim to evaluate the efficacy of combined EA and exercise training program on neurological symptoms and quality of life in CIPN patients across different CTCAE grades.

Efficacy of Acupuncture on Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN)-TMANH

This three-armed, multicenter, randomized, parallel, sham-controlled clinical trial will conduct in three centers in Taiwan. The investigators will randomly assign 234 eligible patients into three groups, an acupuncture group (n=90), a sham-controlled group (n=90), and a waitlist-controlled group (n=54). 46 cases are expected to be received at Tainan Municipal Annan Hospital. Each subject maintain the regular treatments of cancer except the chemotherapeutic agents designed in our design. The acupuncture group and the sham-controlled group will receive three therapeutic sessions each week for four weeks, and another two sessions each week for four weeks (a total of 20 sessions at eight weeks). Each group will be followed-up for four weeks, to evaluate the persistent efficacy of acupuncture. The sham-controlled group will be performed with minimal acupuncture (superficial needling) at non-acupoints. The primary outcome measurement will be the changes in the FACT-Ntx subscale from baseline to 20th acupuncture sessions. The secondary outcome will be the changes in BPI-SF average pain score from baseline to 20th acupuncture sessions. The third outcome will be the changes of target forces by von-Frey filament test at each point in hands and feet from baseline to 20th acupuncture treatments. from baseline to 20th sessions. FACT-Ntx scale and BPI-SF average pain score will be measured at four time-points, including baseline, the end of the 12th treatments, the end of the 20th treatments, and the end of the study at the 12th week. The von-Frey filament test will be measured at three-time points, including baseline, the end of the 20th treatments, and the end of the study at the 12th week.

Safety, Tolerability, and PK of AH-008 Following Single Ascending Dose in Healthy Subjects

This is a Phase 1, first-in-human (FIH), randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel-group, single ascending dose (SAD) study to evaluate the safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetics of AH-008 administered as a single intravenous infusion in healthy adult subjects. Four sequential dose cohorts will be evaluated, each with sentinel dosing and SRC-reviewed dose escalation.

Chinese Medicinal Component Relieves CIPN and Mitochondria Function

A randomized controlled trial was designed and conducted to confirm whether oral administration of the herb Moutan Cortex, which contains paeonol, can alleviate peripheral neuropathy in paclitaxel-treated cancer patients. This research project will validate our new preliminary findings demonstrating the neuroprotective effects after paclitaxel treatment. Importantly, our data are expected to elucidate the way Moutan Cortex induces neuroprotection in the clinical setting and provide a scientific basis for the development of new approaches to treat CIPN.

Topical Herbal Medicine for Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if menthol works to relieve chronic neuropathic pain and chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN). The primary objectives are to evaluate the safety and clinical efficacy of menthol-containing gloves and foot-covers, specifically whether they can improve patient-reported hypoesthesia (numbness). Secondary objectives include assessing the sustained effects on pain, dysesthesia (abnormal sensations), allodynia (touch-induced pain), and overall quality of life. Additionally, this study will include an exploratory lab analysis using blood samples to investigate potential biological markers (small extracellular vesicles and microRNA) associated with treatment responses. Participants will be asked to: Wear menthol-containing gloves and foot-covers (or shams) daily for 5 minutes per session over a 14-day period. Attend clinic visits on Days 1, 14, 21, and 28 for evaluations and tests.

Trial of a Virtual Exercise-based Rehabilitation Program to Treat Persistent Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN)

The purpose of this study is to determine the effectiveness of the EX-CIPN program in reducing the strength of CIPN symptoms and CIPN-related disability and improving the ability to complete everyday activities. This will be done by determining whether it is better to receive the EX-CIPN program or better to receive no additional intervention. To do this, some of the participants in this study will get EX-CIPN and others will receive usual care. Those who receive usual care will be offered EX-CIPN upon study completion. The main question it aims to answer is: • Is EX-CIPN effective in improving CIPN symptoms for cancer survivors experiencing persistent CIPN? Participants in both study groups will be asked to: • Complete assessments at baseline, immediately post-intervention, and 3-months post-intervention Participants in the EX-CIPN group will be asked to: * Complete an additional aassessment at 6-months post-intervention * Complete a 10-week remote, individualized exercise program * Receive health coaching calls on weeks 2, 3, 4, 6, and 8 of the intervention * Wear a FitBit throughout the study to track physical activity and promote behaviour change

Relationship Between Great Toe Strength And Symptoms of Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN)

Great Toe Strength (GTS) is a potential clinical biomarker that has been associated with functional mobility and health; Additionally, GTS has been identified in the literature as one of the early symptoms of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN). The purpose of this research study is to evaluate GTS in individuals with CIPN and healthy adults using ToeScale and see how it relates to nerve issues from chemotherapy. Additionally, we aim to assess the usability of the novel GTS assessment device, ToeScale among the participants. As a part of this study visit, you will complete some questionnaires followed by GTS and balance and gait assessments.

Acupuncture and Compression for the Prevention of CIPN in Breast Cancer Patients

As a core component of comprehensive breast cancer treatment, chemotherapy frequently induces chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN), particularly with taxane-based agents. The incidence of CIPN reaches 68.1% within the first month of chemotherapy, and over 30% of patients experience persistent symptoms for more than 6 months. The resulting sensorimotor dysfunction significantly impairs patients' quality of life, necessitates dose reduction or treatment discontinuation, and ultimately affects survival outcomes. Currently, no prophylactic pharmacological or non-pharmacological interventions have received Grade I recommendations in domestic or international guidelines and expert consensuses. The compression therapy demonstrated definite preventive value in the POLAR trial. Its low cost and high tolerability confer substantial clinical applicability, earning it a Grade III recommendation in ESMO guidelines. Meanwhile, single-arm trials of acupuncture have reported a 51.2% symptom relief rate and a trend toward reduced high-grade CIPN. As non-pharmacological interventions, acupuncture and compression therapy hold complementary potential in preventing taxane-induced CIPN: compression therapy locally blocks drug exposure, while acupuncture systemically regulates neural function.However, three core challenges persist in the current research field: insufficient evidence quality for single-intervention strategies, lack of systematic evaluation of combined interventions, and the absence of risk-stratified prevention models. To address these gaps, this study aims to conduct a prospective randomized controlled trial to concurrently evaluate the preventive efficacy of compression therapy, acupuncture, and their combination for taxane-induced CIPN. The goal is to provide high-level evidence-based medicine to support the development of individualized prevention strategies.

Use of PEA and Scutellaria in Synergy With Therapeutic Exercise in Chemotherapy-induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN): a Clinical Trial

This study aims to find out if taking specific dietary supplements (PEA and Scutellaria) along with therapeutic exercise can help reduce nerve pain and damage caused by chemotherapy. Many cancer patients experience nerve-related side effects from chemotherapy, which can significantly impact their quality of life. The study will observe patients who use these supplements and exercises to see if they can effectively manage and improve their nerve health and reduce pain.

GM1 Prophylaxis for Nab-paclitaxel-associated Chemotherapy-induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN) in Patients With Breast Cancer

This study is a randomized, double-blind, multicenter, placebo-controlled phase III clinical trial, aiming to evaluate the efficacy and safety of GM1 in preventing chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy in breast cancer patients treated with Albumin-paclitaxel chemotherapy regimen.

Effect of Adding Electroacupuncture to Anti-cancer Therapy-induced Peripheral Neuropathy

This study is being done to evaluate the potential benefits of using electroacupuncture to reduce the severity of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy for patients with peripheral neuropathy after chemotherapy.

AK135 in Patients With Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN)

A Phase I open label, dose-escalation and expansion study to evaluate the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics and preliminary efficacy of AK135 for the treatment of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy in patients with malignant tumor