Massage Therapy for Phantom Limb Pain: Feasibility and Pilot Study
Niki Munk
Primary Investigator
Overview
The purpose of this study is to see if massage therapy applied to the opposite limb of an amputation combined with mirror therapy is effective in reducing phantom limb pain
Description
This pilot study seeks to establish massage therapy efficacy for this population as a first step to a larger research program which seeks to develop effective self-applied touchless/virtual massage therapy for this population. Ultimately, we are establishing a research program that will focus on the development and testing of novel technology to provide accessible and effective massage treatments to populations who for whatever reason are unable to access direct touch massage.
Eligibility
You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:
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Conditions:
Phantom Limb Pain
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Age: Between 18 Years - 100 Years
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Gender: All
Inclusion Criteria
ability to understand verbal or written English
ingle limb/appendage amputees with persistent PLP for at least 1 year,
Exclusion Criteria
presence of mild or greater traumatic brain injury
known uncontrolled systemic diseases
kin issues incompatible with massage application in the area for massage application