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Biofield Therapy for the Support of Immunotherapy-related Symptoms Among Adult Cancer Patients - A Pilot Study

RecruitingNAAges 18 Years - anyAllUniversity of California, Irvine
NCT07581080 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

Cancer treatment with immunotherapy is often associated with symptoms such as fatigue, pain, and emotional distress, which may affect patients' daily functioning and quality of life. Additional supportive care approaches are being studied to better understand their potential role in supporting these symptoms. The purpose of this study is to learn whether a biofield therapy, called Reiki may help to support adults with cancer who are receiving immunotherapy and currently struggling with fatigue. Reiki is a non-invasive complementary therapy delivered by a trained practitioner who places their hands lightly near the body. It is intended to promote relaxation and support general well-being. Reiki is used as a supportive practice and is not considered a medical treatment or replacement for standard care. The secondary goal of this study is to evaluate the feasibility of delivering Reiki in

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Participants must be greater than 18 years of age. * Currently diagnosed with cancer. * Actively receiving immunotherapy treatment with ICI (PD1 or -PD-L1 inhibitor (single-agent immunotherapy or immunotherapy in combination with other agents; also including the use of steroids if applicable) * Report clinically significant fatigue over the past 7 days. * Able to travel to the study site to receive Reiki treatments once a week. * Understanding and willing to complete all study procedures. * Capable of giving written informed consent. * Proficient ability to speak, read, and write in English or Spanish. Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals currently receiving or received Reiki treatment in the past 30 days * Currently diagnosed with a severe psychiatric illness (i.e. schizophrenia, dementia, major depression with suicidal ideations) * Currently pregnant or intending to become pregnant during the study timeframe
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What it tests

  • Usui Reiki Intervention
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Where

2 sites
UCI Health Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute
Irvine, United States
UCI Health
Orange, United States
🤝 Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible — always decide together with your own doctor.
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