Phantom limbs are a common phenomenon in amputees from "summary" of Phantoms in the Brain by V. S. Ramachandran
Phantom limbs are a common phenomenon among amputees. These individuals often report feeling sensations in their missing limbs, such as itching, tingling, or pain. The experience of phantom limbs can be quite vivid and realistic, leading some amputees to believe that their limb is still attached to their body. This can be both confusing and distressing for those affected.
One possible explanation for phantom limbs is that the brain continues to receive signals from the nerves that used to innervate the missing limb. These signals are then misinterpreted by the brain, leading to the sensation of a phantom limb. In some cases, the brain may even rewire itself to accommodate the loss of the limb, creating new connections that give rise to phanto...
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