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Cryoneurolysis for phantom limb pain: a systematic review
Hanna Brancaccio1,2, Brandon Goodwin1,3, John DesRochers2
1Department of Biomedical Research, Futures Forward Research Institute, Toms River, NJ, USA.
Pain Management
|December 21, 2024
Summary
Cryoneurolysis significantly reduces phantom limb pain (PLP) following amputation. This treatment may decrease reliance on pharmaceutical pain management, offering a promising option for PLP relief.
Area of Science:
- Pain Management
- Neurology
- Surgical Interventions
Background:
- Phantom limb pain (PLP) is a common and debilitating condition following amputation.
- Effective management strategies for PLP are crucial for improving patient quality of life.
Conclusions:
- Cryoneurolysis shows significant efficacy in reducing phantom limb pain.
- Successful cryoneurolysis may allow patients to decrease their use of pain medications.
- Further high-quality research is needed due to small sample sizes and study heterogeneity.
