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  • It presents as painful, involuntary muscle contractions in the residual limb following amputation.

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  • A case report details a 52-year-old male with a transtibial amputation experiencing severe, treatment-resistant symptoms.
  • Multiple interventions including medications, nerve blocks, prosthesis adjustments, and physiotherapy were ineffective.

Findings:

  • Botulinum toxin A offered temporary relief but was discontinued due to cost and patient preference.
  • Surgical interventions provided partial success, and a subsequent transfemoral amputation led to initial symptom resolution.
  • Relapse of symptoms correlated with residual limb pain, indicating a complex etiology.

Implications:

  • Treating the jumping stump phenomenon is challenging due to poorly understood pathophysiology and limited research.
  • A multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary approach is recommended for managing this condition.
  • Botulinum toxin treatment shows promise and warrants further investigation.