I'm Melissa. I'm 27, queer, and a congenital LAK amputee (and occasional wheelchair user) living in DC. I love sharing the beauty of amputee and differently-abled girls. We're all beautiful in our own ways, and this tumblr celebrates that. If you have anything you'd like to share, I'd love to hear from you.
takingbackhyrule asked: By the way, I am still recovering from all of my injuries, and my amputation is only three weeks old. If ANYONE knows of ANY methods to relieve phantom pain, I'd be really grateful.
I’ve never had phantom pain because my nerves never got the chance to develop any memory so I’m sorry I can’t be of help, but I’m sure other awesome Tumblr people have ideas.
whirr reblogged this from gorgeousamputees and added:
Saw a TED Talk by VS Ramachandran that might...relevant. Phantom limb part comes in around...
girl-in-a-wheelchair said:
I have no direct experience, but I have been using mirror therapy for my CRPS pain, and the physiotherapist who instructed me explained it’s usually used for phantom pain from an amputated limb. Is that any help?
ajournalbyadriana said:
i heard mirrors! to stimulate the brain into thinking that the opposite limb is there.
llydiaa said:
To help with phantom pains I took my medication & I did what was called over stimulation. I had someone rub my limb, not only was it comforting but it helps over stimulate the nerves. There are also special socks. It gets better with time, I promise.
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