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