by Amber Henson, on Jan 3, 2023
Regardless of the manner of amputation, pain will be present in the weeks and months following. Here are some alternative pain-reducing techniques to try.
by Amber Henson, on Jul 27, 2021
Beyond medication, what can be done to deal with both the physical pain of upper limb amputation and the mental anguish that goes along with limb loss?
by Amber Henson, on Jul 20, 2021
There are benefits to receiving a surgery after an amputation has been performed. These surgeries are referred to as “revision” surgeries. Learn more.
by Jennifer Peterson MA, PT, on Sep 28, 2020
TMR is a surgical procedure available to upper limb amputees that can help alleviate pain issues and provide better control of a myoelectric prosthesis.
by Kerstin Baun, MPH, OTR/L, on Sep 14, 2020
After an amputation, mirror therapy can cause the brain to “rethink” the pain response that it may have been experiencing.
by Kerstin Baun, MPH, OTR/L, on Sep 8, 2020
Motor imagery is part of the Graded Motor Imagery process. Motor imagery requires visualization on the part of the patient and may help reduce pain.
by Kerstin Baun, MPH, OTR/L, on Aug 31, 2020
Graded Motor Imagery is a non-invasive treatment option that can help decrease phantom limb pain and improve myoelectric prosthesis control.
by Amber Henson, on Jul 6, 2020
In this article, we take a look at habits that you can incorporate into your life to help mitigate any pain and stress you may be experiencing.
by Amber Henson, on Jun 29, 2020
Pain is a common experience after an upper limb amputation, but there are some initial steps you can take to help you manage and decrease your pain.
by Jennifer Peterson MA, PT, on Jun 22, 2020
Trauma can cause damage to a nerve resulting in swelling of the nerve or a jumbled overgrowth of nerve cells which is called a neuroma. Learn more.
The Arm Dynamics team is made up of the most experienced upper limb prosthetic care providers in the world. Our Upper Limb Library is our community space for articles for and by those with an upper limb difference. Read on to learn all about issues that affect those who have had an amputation, and be sure to leave a comment letting us know what topic you’d like to know more about!
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