At a glance
ClinicalIndex Comparison RecordN/ACompleted· 256 enrolled
Drug / intervention
Reflexologyother
Likely dose
Not stated in record
Structured eligibility isn't available for this trial yet — see the full criteria in the Eligibility tab below.
Standardized by ClinicalIndex from the ClinicalTrials.gov record · verify against the source.
Home-Based Symptom Management Via Reflexology for Breast Cancer Patients
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Reflexology for Breast Cancer. Completed, enrolled 256 participants across 9 sites.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of this project is to test foot reflexology delivered by a friend or family member in the home for women with breast cancer. The primary aims of the proposed study in a sample of women with breast cancer receiving chemotherapy and/or hormonal therapy are to determine the effects of 4 family- or friend-delivered weekly reflexology sessions compared to an attention control group.
Study Details
Study Typeinterventional
Allocation--
Masking--
Primary Purpose--
ConditionsBreast Cancer
CountriesUnited States
CollaboratorsNational Cancer Institute (NCI)
Timeline
N/ACompletedFinished
201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023202420252026
Enrollment StartApr 2012
First PostedApr 2012
Primary CompletionMay 2016
TodayJul 2026
First PostedApr 23, 2012
Enrollment StartApr 17, 2012
Primary CompletionMay 1, 2016
TodayJul 2, 2026
Enrollment to primary: 4.0 yearsPosted 14.2 years ago
Interventions
Reflexologyother
Friend/family member trained in foot reflexology protocol by certified reflexologist; friend/family member provides 4 weekly sessions to patient