Acupuncture for CIPN in Breast Cancer Patients

Inclusion criteria: 1. Minimum of 18 years of age 2. Currently receiving neurotoxic chemotherapy 3. Experiencing symptoms of chemotherapy induced neuropathy for at least 1 month 4. Have a minimum score of 3 on the VAS should have a grade II CIPN on NCICTC 5. Willing to sign an informed consent 6. Stable treatment for more than two months before screening * Stable treatment is defined as no change in the type and dose of medications 2 months prior to enrollment. * Once enrolled, the patients will be asked to remain on the same type and dose of the medications for neuropathy Exclusion Criteria: 1. Receiving any treatment to prevent neuropathy 2 weeks prior to the screening 2. Pre-existing peripheral neuropathy due to any other cause than chemotherapy 3. Pre-existing conditions like pregnancy, uncontrolled diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disorders, bleeding disorders, depression (BDI \> 21) 4. Unwilling to follow the protocol 5. Individuals who are receiving government disability assistance