Explored About Temperature Packing Care to Improve the Quality of Life for Chemotherapy Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN) in Colorectal Cancer and Gastric Cancer Patient

Explored About Temperature Packing Care to Improve the Quality of Life for Chemotherapy Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN) in Colorectal Cancer and Gastric Cancer Patient

Investigate the effectiveness of cold and hot compress interventions in reducing peripheral neuropathy induced by Oxaliplatin chemotherapy in colorectal cancer and gastric cancer patients. The primary outcome measures include quality of life, and secondary outcome measures encompass the severity of peripheral neuropathy, manual dexterity assessed through finger strength testing, and the effects on microcirculation blood flow in the hands and feet

Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) is a common side effect in cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy, with an overall incidence rate of approximately 70-100% for Oxaliplatin. The symptomatology typically manifests as a "glove and stocking" neuropathy, leading to sensory abnormalities that significantly impact patients' activities of daily living and reduce their overall quality of life. Furthermore, it may result in dosage reduction, treatment delays, or interruptions. Studies indicate that residual symptoms persist in 68.1% of patients one month after the completion of chemotherapy, emphasizing the long-term effects of CIPN on post-treatment individuals. Consequently, there is a pressing need for evidence-based preventive intervention research.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Individuals aged 20 and above, inclusive, can autonomously decide to participate in this study and complete the Participant Consent Form.
• Patients diagnosed with colorectal cancer, receiving chemotherapy for the first time, and being prescribed the standard FOLFOX regimen with Oxaliplatin as the primary agent are eligible. The dosage is 85mg/m2 administered over a 2-hour injection every 14 days, constituting one treatment cycle. A total of 6 treatment cycles will be conducted.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Individuals with an undiagnosed medical condition.
• Individuals with thyroid disorders, diabetes, undergoing dialysis, pregnant, alcohol abusers, and those with immune-related diseases such as lupus erythematosus, scleroderma, dermatomyositis, and rheumatoid arthritis are excluded from the study..
• Individuals with defects in hands, feet, or fingers.