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Muscle Vibration for the Treatment of Peripheral Neuropathy-Associated Gait Dysfunction

Trial Status: active

This pilot trial evaluates whether a vibrating device can improve walking ability (gait) in patients who have peripheral neuropathy-associated gait dysfunction. Peripheral neuropathy is a disorder of the peripheral nervous system that manifests as pain, tingling, numbness, and muscle weakness. It is a common diagnosis among people with cancer and especially those who have undergone chemotherapy. Individual muscle vibration has the potential to improve disordered gait, but there is not a commercially available vibration system available, and there are still many questions surrounding the outcomes of the use of this treatment. This pilot trial seeks to answer some of those questions.