Hello @shs14,
I had FEC followed by Docetaxel at 3 weekly intervals, 6 years ago. The hospital supplied ice gloves for use during the Docetaxel chemos. I had no issues with neuropathy and also believe it prevented nail damage. Once when the cannula was put into a vein on the back of my hand the nurse used an ice pack for that hand. The thumb was not covered well and that was the only nail that discoloured during my chemo.
So, from my experience ice packs can work but are not as easy to ensure even coverage with. It was just a standard ice gel pack that was used by the nurse but the gloves were easier. I needed someone to help me access a drink etc while my hands were out of action during chemo though.
Best of luck with it. Take care. Deanne xxx
