In this 4-minute video, Weidong Lu, MB, MPH, PhD, explains the benefits of acupuncture in improving neuropathy symptoms and demonstrates acupressure and reflexology techniques for improving neuropathy symptoms in the feet. Zakim Center acupuncture appointments are available for Dana-Farber patients only. To schedule, please call 617-632-3322. The study referenced can be accessed on PubMed here - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32297442/

Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy is a common side effect of cancer treatment. The techniques employed in this video may help alleviate symptoms, but there is no clear treatment for neuropathy that will improve nerve damage. It is important to speak with your oncology team to report any concerns and create a treatment plan that works for you. 

This video has been produced by the Leonard P. Zakim Center for Integrative Therapies and Healthy Living and is part of a comprehensive Neuropathy Toolkit.
For more of these types of videos and resources, visit myzakim.dana-farber.org/neuropathy-toolkit