Dr. James Rathmell answers the question: 'Does Phantom Limb Pain Ever Go Away?' — -- Question: What Is Phantom Limb Pain And Does It Ever Go Away? Answer: Phantom Limb Pain is I guess best ...

The brain holds a "map" of the body that remains unchanged even after a limb has been amputated, contrary to the prevailing view that it rearranges itself to compensate for the loss, according to new ...

Phantom limb pain remains one of the most challenging sequelae following upper limb amputation, characterised by the persistent sensation of pain in the absent limb. This phenomenon is believed to ...

Phantom limb pain (PLP) is a neuropathic condition in which amputees perceive pain and other sensory disturbances in a limb that is no longer present. The management of PLP represents a significant ...

October 11, 2011 (Hamburg, Germany) — In the future, amputees might merely repeatedly watch a virtual version of their lost limb in motion to be rid of their phantom limb pain. Researchers believe ...

A rare circulatory problem required Emily Wheldon to have her left arm amputated three years ago. Her brain still thinks it's there. "Most days, it just feels like I've got my arm next to me," she ...

An amputee receives mirror therapy. Source: Donna Miles/Air Force Photos By Alexander Metz Searching for Explanations In recent years, and particularly with the advent of things like neuroimaging, ...