Weighted Blanket Use to Reduce Anxiety in Oncology Patients

Recruiting now · Not applicable

Conditions studied: Hematopoietic and Lymphoid Cell Neoplasm, Malignant Solid Neoplasm

In brief

This clinical trial compares the effect of using weighted blankets versus regular blankets during first time infusions (e.g. chemotherapy, targeted therapy etc.) to decrease adverse side effects such as anxiety and distress in cancer (oncology) patients. Feeling safe, comforted, and grounded in the world are some of the benefits noted by individuals who use weighted blankets. Deep touch pressure (DTP) has been found to reduce symptoms of stress and anxiety and is defined as a sensation one feels when being hugged, squeezed, or held. DTP affects the nervous system by creating a calming effect which may lower stress and increase feelings of well-being. The use of weighted blankets may help to manage anxiety and distress during chemotherapy or immunotherapy infusions.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT06089408

Run by

Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center

People needed

114

Starts

2023-08-01

Expected to finish

2027-12-31

Last updated by the study team

2026-08-05

Who can join

Age: 18 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Age 18 years of age and older
• About to begin either targeted or cytotoxic chemotherapy
• Able to comprehend and sign a consent form
• Able to read and complete surveys
• Alert and oriented

You may not qualify if…

• Currently using a weighted blanket at home
• Non-English speaking
• Peripheral neuropathy
• Fibromyalgia
• Open pressure ulcer
• Recent surgical flap
• Claustrophobic
• Weight 45 kg or less

Where it is running

• Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center — Columbus, Ohio, United States (enrolling)

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