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Phantom Sensation Often referred to as Phantom Pain, but sensation is a better description. I was concerned that after so many years of pain that after the amputation had been done, there would be memorised pain. It is clear that the brain has the ability to memorise pain and present it to the body as though it is real. I went into the operation with a hope that it would rid me of the debilitating pain I had lived with for years and I was not disappointed. So what of Phantom Sensation. There are various sensations.
Initially after the amputation I had muscle spasms. This is quite common and results in the stump jumping uncontrollably, but this was only for a few weeks and then as the muscles heal it became less and less. I have experienced all of the above sensations, but mainly the top three. This was generally in the early days and was usually after the stump had had contact with a walking aid or after swimming. These sensations for me have been short lived and have not generally caused any problem. I believe it is fair to say that phantom sensations can continue intermittently for the rest of your life. Some people who experience these sensations find them debilitating and may seek medical assistance in dealing with them. Your doctor will understand that these are a real issue, so you should not feel inhibited in talking to them. Treatments that may help (These are advisory and not from experience)
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