Annals of clinical and translational neurology
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Ann Clin Transl Neurol · Sep 2014
Observation of limb movements reduces phantom limb pain in bilateral amputees.
Mirror therapy has been demonstrated to reduce phantom limb pain (PLP) experienced by unilateral limb amputees. Research suggests that the visual feedback of observing a limb moving in the mirror is critical for therapeutic efficacy. ⋯ Direct visual observation therapy is an inexpensive and effective treatment for PLP that is accessible to bilateral lower limb amputees.