Phantom limb pain is a term used to describe painful sensations that are perceived to originate in the amputated portion of the extremity. Phantom limb pain is usually described as burning, aching, or cramping. It is sometimes described as crushing, twisting, grinding, tingling, drawing, or like being stabbed with needles. Upto 1/3rd of patients may report sharp, shock like pains that are excruciating but brief. Four percent of patients report unusual positions of their phantom limb, while 10% complain of spasms or jerking in the phantom.
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