๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-04-09

Optimizing Integrative Oncology Approaches to Address Chemotherapy-induced Peripheral Neuropathy in Gastrointestinal (GI) Cancer Patients: A SMART Pilot Study (NCT07501663)

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿง  Behavioral & Psychological Program Sponsor: Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Thomas Jefferson University

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The objective of the proposed pilot is to test the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary efficacy of a 16-week sequential, multiple assessment randomized trial (SMART), which includes virtual Tai Chi/Qi Gong or ฮฑ- Lipoic acid (ALA) supplements as an initial treatment, and acupuncture as the additional treatment, that examines a stepped-care intervention to address CIPN.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center at Thomas Jefferson University โ€” Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Age range: 18 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center at Thomas Jefferson University โ€” Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (215) 503-4623

Email: Kuang-Yi.Wen@Jefferson.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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