Standard Care Alone or With Acupuncture for CIPN in Breast Cancer and Multiple Myeloma

10 x weekly sessions (40 minutes per session) of acupuncture by a trained therapist.

Standard of care medication to manage CIPN symptoms, as determined by a clinician in accordance with local trust policy. The standard care for CIPN includes a variety of oral medications to manage the altered sensations caused by damage to the peripheral nerves. These oral medications include, but are not limited to; Gabapentin, Amitriptyline and Pregabalin. In addition, medicated creams and gels may be used.