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Phantom limb pain is the sensation of pain in a limb that has been amputated, as if it were still present. This condition most commonly occurs in limbs such as the arm or leg that have been removed, and individuals may experience sensations such as burning, stabbing, cramping, or itching in the amputated area. The brain continues to generate signals related to a limb that no longer exists physically, as it maintains its perception of bodily integrity. Phantom limb pain affects 60 to 80 percent o