Sasha

On Starting Chemotherapy for Breast cancer, Phase 1 I was to have paclitaxel and carboplatin once a week. I was made aware of the possibilities Chemotherapy induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN). So when the option was given to me to try the Hilotherm I decided this was a great opportunity to hopefully reduce these additional side effects. I have had nerve pain(CRPS) from a previous break to my wrist years ago which involved lots of physio therapy and medication so any preventive treatment I was all for. As I was cold capping it meant me sitting there whilst the nurses added the boots and hand muffs. Yes it’s add a little extra time to your Chemo but hopefully worth it. I do have a warming pad on my stomach to give me heat to my core which helps plus I bring in a blanket to make things more comfortable. After six weeks of treatment my hands and feet currently have no issues with pain or tingling.