Diagnosis and Treatment of Phantom Limb Pain: Mechanisms and Option FLow Sheet.

Abstract

The basic mechanisms underlying phantom pain as well as the diagnostic and treatment procedures are difficult to keep track of and coordinate during both teaching and clinical application. A figure summarizing the major mechanisms is provided along with the rational upon which each treatment is based. A flow sheet outlining when to do each diagnostic and treatment procedure and providing options based on results of each is provided to simplify teaching and keeping track of progress through a complex process. Only treatment with at least a fair success record on follow-up are included. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 01, 1982
Accession Number
ADA119789

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  • Richard A. Sherman

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DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Amputation
  • Amputees
  • Blood Vessels
  • Closed Loop Systems
  • Health Care
  • Health Services
  • Medical Personnel
  • Nervous System
  • Pain
  • Residual Limbs
  • Sensation
  • Spinal Cord
  • Surgical Amputations

Fields of Study

  • Medicine

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