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NCT07581080 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA

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

A NA study, sponsored by University of California, Irvine.

Recruiting
Registry status
NA
Development phase
12
Enrollment target

NCT07581080 is a NA study that is actively recruiting participants, run by University of California, Irvine. The registered enrollment target is 12 participants.

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The verdict

NCT07581080, a NA study, is actively recruiting participants, sponsored by University of California, Irvine.

RECRUITING
Registry status
NA
Development phase
12 participants
Enrollment target

Study Summary

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 this clinical setting. This includes examining recruitment, retention, adherence to study procedures, and overall participant engagement. Lastly, the third aim is to explore participants' experiences with Reiki through guided interviews. Participants enrolled in this study will first be asked to participate in a one-hour, one-on-one interview about their experiences with cancer treatment, their symptoms, and their thoughts about integrative care practices such as Reiki. After the interview, they will be randomly assigned to one of two groups: Immediate Reiki Group: If participants are assigned to this group, they will receive six weekly, in-person 30-minute Usui Reiki sessions from a Reiki master at the Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute. Before and after each session, participants will complete questionnaires about fatigue, pain, and stress. At the first and final sessions, a small blood sample will be collected to measure inflammatory biomarkers, and Electroencephalogram (EEG) hyperscanning will be conducted to measure brain activity and connectivity between the partic

Interventions

  • OTHER Usui Reiki Intervention

Trial Details

FieldValue
Enrollment Target 12 participants
Start Date 2026-04-20
Est. Completion 2027-01
Phase NA

Sponsor

University of California, Irvine

368 total trials

What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT07581080

The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT07581080 describes a study currently listed as recruiting, categorized as NA. The registered enrollment target is 12 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is University of California, Irvine, which has 368 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.

The record links to 0 conditions, and to 1 intervention - of which Usui Reiki Intervention is the first listed.

NCT07581080 reports 0 study locations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is clinical trial NCT07581080 about?

NCT07581080 is a clinical study titled "Biofield Therapy for the Support of Immunotherapy-related Symptoms Among Adult Cancer Patients - A Pilot Study". 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...

What is the current status of trial NCT07581080?

This trial is currently recruiting. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 12 participants. The study started on 2026-04-20. Estimated completion is 2027-01.

What interventions are being tested in trial NCT07581080?

The interventions under investigation include: Usui Reiki Intervention (OTHER).

Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT07581080?

This trial is sponsored by University of California, Irvine, which has 368 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.

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