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Phantom Limb Sensation Explained

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 22, 2019

A new study reveals functional changes occur among sensitive and motor brain regions following amputation. The findings shed new light on why some people feel phantom limb sensations following the loss of a limb.... Read More...

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Rerouting Nerves During Amputation Reduces Phantom Limb Pain Before it Starts

Neuroscience NewsDecember 31, 2018

Researchers report using primary targeted muscle reinnervation during amputation helps to reduce, and in some cases, prevent phantom limb and stump pain in patients.... Read More...

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New Theory for Phantom Limb Pain Points the Way to More Effective Treatment

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 6, 2018

Researchers present a new theory which states, following amputation, the neural circuitry connected to the missing limb becomes entangled with other neural networks, specifically ones responsible for pain perception.... Read More...

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Phantom Movements in Augmented Reality Helps Patients With Phantom Limb Pain

Neuroscience NewsDecember 2, 2016

Researchers have developed a new method that utilizes both machine learning and augmented reality to help treat those with chronic phantom limb pain following amputation.... Read More...

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Cause of Phantom Limb Pain in Amputees Identified

Neuroscience NewsOctober 27, 2016

According to researchers, a reorganization of wiring in the brain could be an underlying cause of phantom limb pain experienced by amputees.... Read More...

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New Hope For People Obsessed With Amputating Their Own Limbs

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 30, 2016

Researchers are developing new solutions to help those with body identity integrity disorder and to keep them from their desire to self harm.... Read More...

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