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Cryotherapy for the Prevention of Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy in Patients with Stage III Colon Cancer Receiving Oxaliplatin

Trial Status: active

This phase II trial tests how well cryotherapy, use of cold packs, works in preventing chemotherapy-induced numbness, tingling, and pain in hands and feet (peripheral neuropathy) from developing in patients with stage III colon cancer receiving oxaliplatin. Oxaliplatin is a chemotherapy drug whose side effect profile includes peripheral neuropathy. Peripheral neuropathy can affect activities of daily living (ADL), both instrumental (such as preparing a meal, going grocery shopping, using a telephone) and self-care. Giving cryotherapy may work better in preventing chemotherapy-related peripheral neuropathy in patients with stage III colon cancer receiving oxaliplatin.