Karen has suffered from phantom limb pain for several years. She visits a neurologist who proposes trying a therapeutic treatment that has been proven to be effective. Karen is surprised that this simple treatment uses:
A) a bucket of ice and a bucket of warm water.
B) a mirror.
C) mental visualization and guided meditation.
D) acupuncture needles.

Question

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The therapeutic treatment that has been proven to be effective for phantom limb pain involves using a mirror. This treatment involves reflecting the image of the opposite limb onto the affected limb, which can help to alleviate pain and improve movement.

Karen Has Suffered from Phantom Limb Pain for Several Years