Though researchers aren't exactly sure what causes phantom pain, they have found treatment methods that show success.

Phantom limb pain can be a debilitating and confusing experience for ... But one of the ways that I've found that's an easy way, that's not medication so it doesn't really have any systemic effects on ...

"Some amputees have no phantom pain at all, and some have pain that is so severe that they become suicidal," said Weiss. In ...

"Adding hydrodissection to opioid treatment for post-amputation pain ... However, its effects on phantom limb pain and chronic pain were more limited. Findings are 'highly relevant to Americans ...

For veterans, phantom limb pain after amputation can be a lifelong burden. Doctors knew it was a nerve and tissue problem, but other than prescribing pain medication, they could do little to help.

Finding a reliable treatment for post-amputation pain has been difficult, but a new study suggests that a simple procedure ...

"Adding hydrodissection to opioid treatment for post-amputation pain ... However, its effects on phantom limb pain and chronic pain were more limited. Post-amputation pain is a major challenge ...