Evaluating the Effects of Acupuncture in the Treatment of Taxane Induces Peripheral Neuropathy

Acupuncture uses tiny needles to promote blood flow, nervous system signaling, and brings the body back into homeostasis which the state of optimum functioning. Treatment for taxane induced peripheral neuropathy will consist of traditional acupuncture and will use points located in the foot (SP 3, ST 41, LR 3, K 3, GB 41), knee (SP 9, ST 36, K 10, GB 34), and arm (LI 11). Participants will continue to take their conventional therapy. Each acupuncture treatment will take place at Oriental Medicine Associates with trained acupuncturist, William Hendry. Each session should last about 30 minutes.