A client is complaining of upper extremity phantom limb pain. Which intervention would be helpful in relieving this pain and promoting a better quality of life?

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Mirror therapy has been shown to be effective in reducing phantom limb pain. It involves using a mirror to create the illusion that the missing limb is present and pain-free. This can help to reorganize the brain's perception of the limb and reduce the sensation of pain. Bathing of the residual limb and consulting with the physician for medication may provide temporary relief, but may not address the underlying neural mechanisms causing the pain. Teaching strategies to ignore and integrate the pain may not be effective and could potentially be harmful if the client is not able to effectively cope with the pain.

A Client Is Complaining of Upper Extremity Phantom Limb Pain