The effectiveness of graded motor imagery for reducing phantom limb pain and disability in amputees

Introduction Phantom limb pain (PLP) is described as painful sensations felt in the missing portion of an amputated limb. PLP occurs in up to 85% of amputees, making it the most common painful condition secondary to amputation. PLP interferes with sleep, mobility, and work, general activities of d...

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Main Author: Limakatso, Katleho Maxwell
Other Authors: Parker, Romy
Format: Dissertation
Language:English
Published: University of Cape Town 2019
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/11427/29440