Search query:

Filter by section

Filter by date

Results 1 - 2 of 2 Search Tips

Phantom limb pain: a nursing perspective

03 September 2014

Nursing Standard

Art & Science

Phantom limb pain (PLP) is a neuropathic pain condition occurring after amputation of a limb. PLP affects amputees’ quality of life and results in loss of...

Pain management in patients following limb amputation

12 January 2011

Nursing Standard

Art & Science

Phantom limb pain is common in patients who have amputations. This article outlines the different theories that explain the pathophysiology of phantom limb pain,...