Where is the abnormality that causes a phantom limb sensation?
A)In the muscles
B)In the brain
C)In the skin
D)In the nerve receptors connected to the skin

Question

Where is the abnormality that causes a phantom limb sensation?​
A)In the muscles
B)​In the brain
C)​In the skin
D)​In the nerve receptors connected to the skin

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Phantom limb sensations are caused by an abnormality in the brain. Specifically, the brain receives signals from nerves that used to be connected to the missing limb, and it interprets these signals as coming from the missing limb, leading to the sensation of still having the limb present.

Where Is the Abnormality That Causes a Phantom Limb Sensation?​

Where Is the Abnormality That Causes a Phantom Limb Sensation?