Spots Global Cancer Trial Database for Hydrotherapy Against Menopausal Symptoms in Breast Cancer Survivors

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Trial Identification

Brief Title: Hydrotherapy Against Menopausal Symptoms in Breast Cancer Survivors

Official Title: Prospective Randomized Feasibility Study on the Self Application of Hydrotherapy to Treat Menopausal Symptoms Caused by Breast Cancer Therapy

Study ID: NCT00243607

Conditions

Amenorrhea

Hot Flashes

Interventions

hydrotherapy according to Kneipp rules

Study Description

Brief Summary: Breast cancer survivors often suffer from climacteric symptoms caused by treatment or diagnosis of their disease. Hormone replacement therapy is contraindicated and other pharmacological options may also include the risk of stimulating hormone receptors. Hydrotherapy following the guidelines of naturopathy by S. Kneipp is a non-pharmacological treatment option which may influence climacteric symptoms by affecting the regulation of body temperature. In this study, the regular self application of hydrotherapy after initial training by a professional will be evaluated for its efficacy, practicability, and compatibility.

Detailed Description: Patients should use 2-5 different treatment options per day and fulfill a diary for symptoms and adherence to self-treatment for 12 weeks.